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   Propose , 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.]
   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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   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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   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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   Propose, v. i.
   To speak; to converse. [Obs.]
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   There shalt thou find my cousin Beatrice,
   Proposing with the prince and Claudio.
   Shak.
   
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   To form or declare a purpose or intention; to lay a scheme; to design; as, man proposes, but God disposes.
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   To offer one's self in marriage.
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   Propose, n. [F. propos, L. propositum. See Propound, Purpose, n.] Talk; discourse. [Obs.]
   Shak.
   
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