proposes; proposed; proposing
proposes; proposed; proposing
Learner's definition of PROPOSE
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[+ object] : to suggest (something, such as a plan or theory) to a person or group of people to consider建议;提议;提出 -
The scientists proposed a new theory.科学家提出了一个新理论。
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The mayor proposed a plan for a new bridge.市长提出了修建新桥的计划。
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Several senators have proposed raising the tax.一些参议员提议增加税收。
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I propose that we revise the bylaws.我提议修改地方法规。
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[+ object] : to plan or intend to do (something)计划;打算 3
[+ object] : to suggest (someone) for a job, position, office, etc.提名;推荐 4
: to ask someone to marry you求婚 —
often + to [no object]
[+ object]
propose a toast
: to publicly wish a person future health, happiness, and success and ask others to raise their glasses and join in a drink(为某人)祝酒
— proposed
adjective, always used before a noun
— proposer
noun, plural proposers [count]