PROPOSE

verb (~d; proposing) see: propound Date: 14th century intransitive verb to form or put forward a plan or intention , to engage in talk or discussion, to make an offer of marriage, transitive verb 1. to set before the mind (as for discussion, imitation, or action) , to set before someone and especially oneself as an aim or intent , 2. to set forth for acceptance or rejection , to recommend to fill a place or vacancy ; nominate , to offer as a toast , ~r noun