Translate propose | into French | into German | into Italian | into Spanish Definition of propose
verb
1 [with object] put forward (an idea or plan) for consideration or discussion by others:he proposed a new nine-point peace plan [with infinitive]:we propose to be away for six months [with clause]:I proposed that the government should retain a 51 percent stake in the company nominate (someone) for an elected office or as a member of a society:Thomson was proposed as chairman put forward (a motion) to a legislature or committee:the government put its slim majority to the test by proposing a vote of confidence
2 [no object] make an offer of marriage to someone:I have already proposed to Sarah
