"propose" meaning in English

See propose in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Verb

IPA: /prəˈpəʊz/ [UK], /prəˈpoʊz/ [US] Audio: en-us-propose.ogg [US] Forms: propose [canonical], proposes [third-person, singular], proposed [past], proposed [past, participle], proposing [present, participle]
Head templates: {{verb|propos|e}} [POS TABLE]
  1. When you propose something, you say that it should be done or chosen, usually in a formal situation.
    Sense id: simple-propose-en-verb-DXpzk69d
  2. When you propose a new theory or idea, you say that you believe it to be better than old ideas.
    Sense id: simple-propose-en-verb-Mc4Ma7BK
  3. When you propose to do something, you plan or intend to do it.
    Sense id: simple-propose-en-verb-qEozk8-P
  4. If you propose to somebody, you ask them to marry you.
    Sense id: simple-propose-en-verb-FqWusnzn Categories (other): Verbs
  5. If you propose a toast, you celebrate somebody by raising a glass and drinking.
    Sense id: simple-propose-en-verb-Ay-l29LO
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          "text": "\"I'm going to propose real cuts in taxes,\" said the President."
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