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preset

verb pre·set \ ˈprē-ˌset \

Definition of preset

preset; presetting

transitive verb

:to set in advance

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Recent Examples of preset from the Web

Previous missions had attempted to preset the cameras to pan upwards as the Lunar Module left the Moon, but something had always gone wrong.

— david grossman, Popular Mechanics, "Whatever Happened to Apollo 17's Moon Camera?," 21 July 2017
The tarot elements present in the designer’s first two collections for the house were preset as well, intricately beaded appliqué hearts and stars mixed in with embroidered and printed imagery of shamans with horned headpieces and female figures.

— adam tschorn, latimes.com, "Dior gets dusty and delicate, wild and woolly in the canyons of Calabasas," 15 May 2017
Most terms to rookie contracts are preset by the labor pact.

— sandiegouniontribune.com, "Bosa agent: Fines can void $ guarantee," 10 May 2017
Furthermore, the size and growth of a school do not impact class size, which is preset by the district.

— joe rubino, The Denver Post, "Q&A: Greenwood Village’s Orchard Station Subarea Plan," 8 May 2017

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'preset.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

First Known Use of preset

1929

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preset

noun

Definition of preset

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

Recent Examples of preset from the Web

Mizzou fans won’t need to adjust the presets on their radio dial.

— tod palmer, kansascity, "Mizzou broadcasts will remain on KMBZ in Kansas City market," 4 Aug. 2017
Pressing the switch on the driver’s door positions the seat, steering wheel, and side mirrors, and adjusts climate settings, stereo presets, touch-screen organization, and drive modes.

— emma jayne williams, star-telegram, "Infiniti’s QX30 Sport returns for 2018 with prices ranging from $29,950-$39,500," 28 July 2017
Tovala keeps a library of basic presets to help consumers create their own dishes.

— robert holly, chicagotribune.com, "Tovala says its 'smart oven' can cook food better. We tried it out.," 11 July 2017
Check here: ftlauderdalebeachcam.com There’s a camera on top of Hyde Resort with six presets that viewers can control to switch between the beach and the city’s skyline.

— caitlin randle, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Can't make it to the beach? Webcams bring it to you," 5 July 2017
Check here: ftlauderdalebeachcam.com There’s a camera on top of Hyde Resort with six presets that viewers can control to switch between the beach and the city’s skyline.

— caitlin randle, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Can't make it to the beach? Webcams bring it to you," 5 July 2017
Its speed dial has ten settings in addition to presets for making smoothies, crushing ice, pureeing, or cleaning.

— the good housekeeping institute, Good Housekeeping, "Hamilton Beach 1800 Watt Peak Power Blender with Programs #58850," 29 June 2017
For example, in Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor at 1920x1080 on the Ultra preset with the 4K texture pack loaded, there’s no difference.

— gordon mah ung, PCWorld, "Hands-on: How the Asus ROG GX501 Zephyrus performs with Nvidia's Max-Q technology," 27 June 2017
The power-retractable dual-layer soft top had four preset open positions and could be operated at speeds of up to 50 mph.

— emma jayne williams special to the star-telegram, star-telegram.com, "Fiat 500’s stylish exterior is quite Italian;a fun ride with a surprisingly roomy cabin," 17 June 2017

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'preset.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

First Known Use of preset

1953

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