Pronunciation: /prɪˈzjuːm/
verb
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1 [with clause] suppose that something is the case on the basis of probability: I presumed that the man had been escorted from the building [with object and complement]: two of the journalists went missing and are presumed dead
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take for granted that something exists or is the case: the argument presumes that only one person can do the work
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2 [no object, with infinitive] be arrogant or impertinent enough to do something: kindly don’t presume to issue me orders in my own house
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[no object] make unjustified demands; take liberties: forgive me if I have presumed
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[no object] (presume on/upon) unjustifiably regard (something) as entitling one to privileges: he was wary of presuming on the close friendship between them
