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səˈpoʊzverb (used with object), -posed, -pos·ing.
1.
to suppose or assume beforehand; take for granted in advance.
2.
(of a thing, condition, or state of affairs) to require or imply as an antecedent condition: An effect presupposes a cause.
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Presupposition
is always a great word to know.
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| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
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Word Origin & History
presuppose
1426, from O.Fr. presupposer (14c.), from M.L. præsupponere; see pre- + suppose.
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