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   propose

   /prəˈpəʊz/

   verb

   • 1. put forward (a plan or suggestion) for consideration by others: "he proposed a new nine-point peace plan" Similar put forwardsuggestadvanceofferpresentmovesubmitpreferfilelodgeinitiatebringbring forwardcome up withtenderbidprojectrecommendadvocatepropoundprofferposittableOpposite withdraw
   • ▪ nominate (someone) for an elected office or as a member of a society: "Roy Thomson was proposed as chairman" Similar nominateput forwardput upnamesuggestsubmitpresentrecommendOpposite withdraw
   • ▪ put forward (a motion) to a legislature or committee: "the government put its slim majority to the test by proposing a vote of confidence"
   • ▪ intend to do something: "he proposed to attend the meeting" Similar intendhave the intentionmeanplanhave plansset outhave in mind/viewresolvebe resolvedaimpurposecontemplatethink ofaspiredesirewantwishexpect
   • 2. make an offer of marriage to someone: "I have already proposed to Sarah" Similar ask someone to marry youmake an offer of marriageoffer marriageask for someone's hand in marriageinformal:pop the question

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French proposer, from Latin proponere (see proponent), but influenced by Latin propositus ‘put or set forth’ and Old French poser ‘to place’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. proposer noun

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   The meaning of PROPOSE is to form or put forward a plan or intention. How to use propose in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPROPOSE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PROPOSE definition: 1. to offer or suggest a possible plan or action for other people to consider: 2. to suggest…. Learn more.

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   Propose definition: to offer or suggest (a matter, subject, case, etc.) for consideration, acceptance, or action. See examples of PROPOSE used in a sentence.

5. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishpropose verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of propose verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › proposePropose - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   The verb propose means "to suggest a plan," like the most well-known thing to propose: marriage. If you propose to your girlfriend, you propose getting married, and you probably give her a ring, too.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPROPOSE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   If you propose a theory or an explanation, you state that it is possibly or probably true, because it fits in with the evidence that you have considered. [ formal ] This highlights a problem faced by people proposing theories of ball lightning.

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   Propose definition: to offer or suggest (a matter, subject, case, etc.) for consideration, acceptance, or action. See examples of PROPOSE used in a sentence.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryPROPOSE definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   If you propose something such as a plan or an idea, you suggest it for people to think about and decide upon. Hamilton proposed a change in the traditional debating format. Synonyms: put forward , present , suggest , advance More Synonyms of propose

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishPROPOSE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    PROPOSE definition: 1. to suggest a plan or action: 2. to intend to do something: 3. to ask someone to marry you: . Learn more.

11. www.thefreedictionary.com › proposePropose - definition of propose by The Free Dictionary

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    1. To put forward for consideration, discussion, or adoption; suggest: propose a change in the law. 2. To recommend (a person) for a position, office, or membership; nominate. 3. To offer (a toast to be drunk). 4. To make known as one's intention; purpose or intend: proposed to buy and run a farm. v.intr.