prepose

Definition

To place or set (something) before; to prefix.

Etymology

Borrowed from French préposer; prefix pré- (Latin prae before) with poser. See pose.

Example Sentences

• "It vvere preſumption in me to diſturb this method of [listing the] Maſters, agreed on my Dr. Caius, Mʳ. Parker and others. Othervviſe I vvould prepoſe Millington (firſt Provoſt aftervvards of Kings in the reign of King Henry the ſixth) before VVilflete Maſter under King Richard the third."

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