Propose (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Proposed (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Proposing.] [F. proposer; pref. pro- (L. pro for, forward) + poser to place. See Pose, v.] 1. To set forth. [Obs.]
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That being proposed brimfull of wine, one scarce could lift it up. Chapman.
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2. To offer for consideration, discussion, acceptance, or adoption; as, to propose terms of peace; to propose a question for discussion; to propose an alliance; to propose a person for office.
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3. To set before one's self or others as a purpose formed; hence, to purpose; to intend.
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I propose to relate, in several volumes, the history of the people of New England. Palfrey.
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To propose to one's self, to intend; to design.
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Propose, n. [F. propos, L. propositum. See Propound, Purpose, n.] Talk; discourse. [Obs.] Shak.
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