| 词汇 | proposition |
| 释义 | proposition (verb) proposition 2 ENTRIES FOUND: proposition (noun) proposition (verb) 1 proposition /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/ noun plural propositions 1 proposition /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/ noun plural propositions Learner's definition of PROPOSITION [count] 1 : something (such as a plan or offer) that is presented to a person or group of people to consider提议；建议 He made an attractive business proposition.他提出了一项很吸引人的商业企划。 The other company rejected their proposition.另一家公司拒绝了他们的提议。 2 : a statement to be proved, explained, or discussed（有待证明、说明或讨论的）说法，观点，命题 Her theory rejects the basic proposition that humans evolved from apes.她的理论否定了人类由类人猿进化而来的基本观点。 If we accept proposition “A” as true, then we must accept proposition “B” as false.如果承认命题A为正确的，那么就必须承认命题B是错误的。 3 : something that someone intends to do or deal with欲处理的事 Fixing the engine will not be an easy/simple proposition. [=matter]修理引擎不是件容易的事。 The election will be a tough proposition for the mayor.这次选举对市长来说有些困难。 The farm will never be a paying proposition. [=the farm will never make money]这家农场永远不会赢利。 4 US : a suggestion for a change in the law on which people must vote（美国）法律修正议案 The town voted in favor of a proposition calling for a ban on smoking in public spaces.镇上的人们投票支持在公共场合禁烟的法律修正议案。 He expects Proposition 12 to pass by a wide margin.他预计第12条修正议案会以绝对优势获得通过。 2 proposition /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/ verb propositions; propositioned; propositioning 2 proposition /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/ verb propositions; propositioned; propositioning Learner's definition of PROPOSITION [+ object] : to offer to have sex with (someone) in a direct and often offensive way求欢 He was propositioned by a prostitute.有个妓女曾向他求欢。 He got drunk and propositioned a woman sitting next to him in the bar.他喝醉了，向酒吧里坐在他身旁的女子求欢。 |
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