preside over sth 1. to be in a position of authority at a time when important things are happening负责〔重要局面〕:•The government seemed to be presiding over large-scale unemployment.政府似乎正面临着大规模的失业状况。2. to be the head of a company or organization掌管，管辖，领导:•Finch presided over the company for 30 years.芬奇领导了这个公司 30 年。3. to be in charge of a meeting or activity主持:•The chairman will preside over an audience of architects and developers.主席将主持一个由建筑设计师和开发商共同参加的会议。 |