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proposing |
1 definition found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Propose \Pro*pose"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Proposed}; p. pr & vb n. {Proposing}.] [F. proposer; pref. pro- (L. pro for forward) + poser to place See {Pose}, v.] 1. To set forth. [Obs.] That being proposed brimfull of wine, one scarce could lift it up --Chapman. 2. To offer for consideration, discussion, acceptance, or adoption; as to propose terms of peace; to propose a question for discussion; to propose an alliance; to propose a person for office. 3. To set before one's self or others as a purpose formed; hence to purpose; to intend. I propose to relate, in several volumes, the history of the people of New England. --Palfrey. {To propose to one's self}, to intend; to design.
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