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preempted

Portuguese translation: perde a prevalência para

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English term or phrase:	preempted
Portuguese translation:	perde a prevalência para
Entered by:	Cintia Galbo

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19:50 Feb 8, 2012

English to Portuguese translations [PRO]
Computers (general)

English term or phrase: preempted

The video recording device is preempted by another immersive application.

Cintia Galbo

perde a prevalência para

Explanation:
Ou "cede o controlo a", "é substituído por", conforme o que melhor se adaptar.

pre·empt or pre-empt (pr-mpt)
v.tr.
1. To appropriate, seize, or take for oneself before others. See Synonyms at appropriate.
2.
a. To take the place of; displace: A special news program preempted the scheduled shows.
b. To have precedence or predominance over: Discussion of the water shortage will preempt the other topics on this week's agenda.