- put forward, as of an idea
- A business proposal is a written offer from a seller to a prospective buyer. Business proposals are often a key step in the complex sales process—i.e., whenever a buyer considers more than price in a purchase.Newman, Larry. Shipley Associates Proposal Guide,
- To put forward; to offer for discussion or debate
- (propounding) putting forward for consideration
- To offer a document as being authentic or valid. Used mostly in the law of wills; to propound a will means to take legal action, as part of probate, including a formal inspection of the will, by the court.
- To propose or to issue something to a person, real or artificial. An example of propounding is when a police officer issues a traffic ticket.
- To offer or propose. To form or put forward an item, plan, or idea for discussion and ultimate acceptance or rejection.