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A statement or proposition from which a conclusion is drawn; an assumption.
The argument's premise was that all humans are equal.
The argument assumed that all humans are equal as its starting point.
Often used in logical reasoning, philosophy, and debate.
A building or property, especially one that houses a business.
The company leased a new premise for its headquarters.
The company rented a new building for its main office.
In British English, 'premises' is often used to refer to a building or property.
In American English, 'premise' is primarily used to refer to an assumption, while in British English, it can also refer to a building or property.
In British English, 'premises' is often used to refer to a building or property, especially in legal or formal contexts.
From Latin 'praemissa', meaning 'sent before', from 'praemittere' (to send before).
In American English, 'premise' is more commonly used to refer to an assumption, while in British English, it can also refer to a building or property. The plural form 'premises' is often used in legal or formal contexts.