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pr-uh-POWND/prəˈpaʊnd/

To propound is to put forward an idea or theory for people to consider: propound a filled n, propound a frame. Propose (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a vibe is not a finding.

Meaning

To put forward an idea or theory for people to consider (from propose, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “Propound a filled n, not a vibe, if you want a finding.”
• “Propose is already in this course. Advance is the close twin. A vibe is talk. A codebook line is methods. Write the raw number; then keep the theory if the clause still sits on a fact.”

Good to know

Put forward for consideration. Everyday: propose (already in the dictionary). A vibe ≠ a finding.

Near in meaning

propose, advance, put forward

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