preoccupy

B2
Pronunciation
/pɹɪˈɒkjupaɪ/
/pɹiˈɑkjupaɪ/
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To distract; to occupy or draw attention elsewhere.

Example Sentences
  • The father tried to preoccupy the child with his keys.
2 Definition

To occupy or take possession of beforehand.