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A statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn; To set forth beforehand, as by way of introduction or explanation.
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Used as a noun, listen here, it means: A statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn; To set forth beforehand, as by way of introduction or explanation. Used as a verb, listen here, it means: To set forth beforehand, as by way of introduction or explanation.
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