preconsume

/ˈprɛkɒnˌsuːm/

Definitions

1. verb

to consume beforehand, often in anticipation of future scarcity or unavailability

“The stock market analyst warned investors to preconsume their resources, anticipating a global economic downturn.”

2. noun

the act of consuming beforehand, often in anticipation of future scarcity or unavailability

“The company’s preconsumption strategy allowed them to weather the economic storm.”

Synonyms

  • anticipate
  • hoard
  • preempt

Antonyms

  • squander
  • waste