preset

1 of 2

verb

pre·​set ˈprē-ˌset 

preset; presetting

transitive verb

: to set in advance

preset

2 of 2

noun

: something (such as a radio station) preprogrammed into a device

Examples of preset in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Contributions can be preset through the app, according to another image of the interface shared with CNBC. — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 28 May 2026

In its most accurate Professional picture preset, Sony’s new True RGB set got far closer to the look of the HX3110 monitor in pretty much every way and with almost every shot than the original Bravia 9 did. — John Archer, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026

Noun

The Core model is the most basic option with head and foot elevation, zero-gravity, anti-snore, lounge, and TV presets, along with three memory positions, app control, and a zero-clearance design that can sit inside some platform beds. — Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026

The Rowenta Focus has a control dial with presets for various fabrics. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1929, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1953, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for preset

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• binet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette

Kids Definition

preset

verb

pre·​set

(ˈ)prē-ˈset

preset; presetting

: to set ahead of time

preset the oven to 350 degrees