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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.]
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That being proposed brimfull of wine, one scarce
could lift it up. --Chapman.
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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.
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3. To set before one's self or others as a purpose formed;
hence, to purpose; to intend.
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I propose to relate, in several volumes, the history
of the people of New England. --Palfrey.
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{To propose to one's self}, to intend; to design.
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