vt to consider or have in view, as contingent or probable; to look forward to; to purpose; to intend.
2. contemplate ·vi to consider or think studiously; to ponder; to reflect; to muse; to meditate.
3. contemplate ·vt to look at on all sides or in all its bearings; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study.