Definition of propound
transitive verb
: to offer for discussion or consideration
propounder
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Examples of propound in a Sentence
Her new book expands upon the theory propounded in her first book.
let us propound the question whether mercy killing should ever be an option
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PROPOUND Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of propound for English Language Learners
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: to suggest (an idea, theory, etc.) to a person or group of people to consider
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