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Definition proposition in British English
proposition
noun
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noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ˌprɒpəˈzɪʃ(ə)n/
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2
an offer or suggestion, especially involving business or politics
Example
I have a business proposition to put to you.
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2.1
an offer to have sex with someone, especially when the offer is considered offensive
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3
something or someone that you have to deal with, described as having a particular quality
Example
Finishing the run in the rain wasn't a very attractive proposition.
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