proposition

The definition of a proposition is a statement putting forth an idea, suggestion or plan.

(noun)

An example of a proposition is the idea that the death penalty is a good way to stop crime.
An example of a proposition is a suggestion for a change in the terms of company bylaws.
An example of a proposition is a suggested expansion of a business.

See proposition in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act of proposing
1. something proposed; proposal, plan
2. ☆ Informal an unethical or immoral proposal, specif. one of illicit sexual relations in return for some gain
a subject or statement to be discussed or debated
☆ Informal a proposed deal, as in business
☆ Informal a person, problem, undertaking, etc. being or to be dealt with
Archaic a setting forth; offering
Logic an informative statement whose truth or falsity can be evaluated by means of logic
Math. a theorem to be demonstrated or a problem to be solved

Origin: ME proposicioun < OFr proposition < L propositio < proponere: see propose

transitive verb

to make a proposition, esp. an improper one, to

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See proposition in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A plan suggested for acceptance; a proposal.
A matter to be dealt with; a task: Finding affordable housing can be a difficult proposition.
An offer of a private bargain, especially a request for sexual relations.
A subject for discussion or analysis.
Logic
a. A statement that affirms or denies something.
b. The meaning expressed in such a statement, as opposed to the way it is expressed.
Mathematics A theorem.