n. (Logic), That premise of a syllogism that contains the major term (which is the predicate of the conclusion). Contrasted to
n.;
The premises observed,
Thy will by my performance shall be served. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
“All sinners deserve punishment: A B is a sinner.” [ 1913 Webster ]
While the premises stand firm, it is impossible to shake the conclusion. Dr. H. More. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
The premised flames of the last day. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
If venesection and a cathartic be premised. E. Darwin. [ 1913 Webster ]
I premise these particulars that the reader may know that I enter upon it as a very ungrateful task. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. i. To make a premise; to set forth something as a premise. Swift. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. t.
n. (Law) A giving or granting back; surrender; return; release, as of a claim. [ 1913 Webster ]
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