1. to define or establish in advance; to set the characteristics or parameters of something beforehand
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘predefine’

Examples

• The software predefines certain settings for new users.
• The contract predefines the terms of payment.
• The system predefines user roles and permissions.
• The template predefines the format for all reports.
• The program predefines variables before execution begins.
• The policy predefines acceptable behavior in the workplace.