PRESIDING Meaning and
Definition
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Presiding is a verb that refers to the act of being in charge or occupying a position of authority. It involves taking on the role of a leader, typically overseeing a meeting, event, or gathering, and ensuring that it runs smoothly and in an organized manner.
When someone is presiding over an activity or event, they are responsible for maintaining order, setting the agenda, and ensuring that all participants adhere to the rules and protocols in place. This may involve making decisions, moderating discussions, and resolving conflicts or disputes that may arise.
Presiding is commonly used in formal settings such as courtrooms, boardrooms, conferences, and public events. In these situations, the person presiding is usually a judge, chairperson, moderator, or someone else appointed to oversee proceedings.
This term can also be used in a broader sense to imply having overall control or influence over a particular situation or domain. For example, a CEO may be said to preside over a company, indicating their role as the ultimate decision-maker and leader.
Overall, the term "presiding" signifies assuming a position of authority and responsibility, with the primary purpose of ensuring order, structure, and fairness in the given context.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for PRESIDING
Etymology of PRESIDING
The word "presiding" is derived from the Latin word "praesidere", which is a combination of "prae" (meaning "before" or "in front of") and "sidere" (meaning "to sit"). "Praesidere" refers to the act of sitting in front or before others, indicating authority or control. Over time, this Latin term evolved into "presidere" in Late Latin, and then into "presiden" in Old French. Eventually, it was adopted into Middle English as "presiden", which eventually became "preside" in Modern English.
Similar spelling words for PRESIDING
- presidium,
- praesidium,
- presidio,
- presti,
- prosody,
- presidency,
- preceding,
- Prestridge,
- prosodion,
- Prasad,
- prostigmin,
- prestidge,
- pressed,
- prestigious,
- prestige,
- presidential,
- president,
- pristis,
- proceeding,
- proceedings,
- preside.
Conjugate verb Presiding
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