proposition

noun

A plan suggested for acceptance; a proposal.

noun

A matter to be dealt with; a task.

noun

An offer of a private bargain, especially a request for sexual relations.

noun

A subject for discussion or analysis.

noun

A statement that affirms or denies something.

noun

The meaning expressed in such a statement, as opposed to the way it is expressed.

noun

A theorem.

transitive verb

To propose a private bargain to, especially to propose sexual relations with.

noun

Something to be done, accomplished, etc.; especially, something difficult or puzzling.