premise
US /ˈprem.ɪs/
UK /ˈprem.ɪs/

名詞
1.
前提, 論據
a previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion
範例:
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The argument was based on a false premise.
這個論點是基於一個錯誤的前提。
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His entire theory rests on the premise that humans are inherently good.
他的整個理論都建立在人類本性善良的前提上。
2.
場所, 房產, 物業
a house or building, together with its land and outbuildings, granted or conveyed by deed
範例:
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The company is relocating to new premises next month.
公司下個月將搬遷到新的辦公場所。
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No smoking is allowed on these premises.
這些場所禁止吸煙。
動詞
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