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Definition
propose   Show phonetics
verb
1 SUGGEST [T] to suggest a plan or action
[+ (that)] I propose that we delay our decision until we have more information.
proposed changes

2 propose to do sth to intend to do something
They propose to cycle across Europe.

3 MARRY [I] to ask someone to marry you
He proposed to me on my birthday.

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