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posit
noun
verb
(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
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ˈpɒzɪt
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noun
(logic) a proposition that is accepted as true in order to provide a basis for logical reasoning
verb
Take as a given; assume as a postulate or axiom
“He posited three basic laws of nature”
verb
Put before
“I submit to you that the accused is guilty”
verb
Put (something somewhere) firmly
“She posited her hand on his shoulder”
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He posited three basic laws of nature
I submit to you that the accused is guilty
She posited her hand on his shoulder
Deposit the suitcase on the bench
Fix your eyes on this spot
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