Definition of Supersede
Supersede
su·per·sede
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(verb)
to replace someone who was previously in a position of authority or something that was previously in use, or to cause someone/something to be thus displaced;
e.g. She was elected to supersede the existing president.
(verb)
to cause someone/something to be set aside or forced out of a position or role, often due to their being inferior;
e.g. This new technology will soon supersede the old machines in the factory.
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