proposed
Variant of propose
pro·pose (prə pōz′)
transitive verb proposed -·posed′, proposing -·pos′·ing
- to put forth for consideration or acceptance
- to purpose, plan, or intend
- to present as a toast in drinking
- to nominate (someone) for membership, office, etc.
Etymology: LME < OFr proposer, altered (infl. by poser: see pose) < L proponere (pp. propositus), to set forth, display, propose: see pro- & position
intransitive verb
- to make a proposal; form or declare a purpose or design
- to offer marriage
Related Forms:
- proposer pro·pos′er noun
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