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premise

[ˈpremΙͺs] n.

πŸ“– Definition

n. a statement or an idea that forms the basis for a reasonable line of argument; the building and land near to it that a business owns or uses v. base an argument, theory, or undertaking on; state or presuppose (something) as a premise

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πŸ’¬ Example Sentence

The team set out to premise a system that would benefit future generations.

πŸ“ Word Roots & Related

promise n./v.

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