Proposing

verb

Word Frequency: 2.7

Definitions

1.verbTo suggest a plan, course of action, etc.

"I propose going to see a film."

2.verb(sometimes followed by to) To ask for a person's hand in marriage.

"He proposed to her last night and she accepted him."

3.verbTo intend.

"He proposes to set up his own business."

4.verbTo talk; to converse.

5.verbTo set forth.

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