premise

US /ˈprem.ɪs/
UK /ˈprem.ɪs/
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前提, 论据

a previous statement or proposition from which another is inferred or follows as a conclusion

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The argument was based on a false premise.
这个论点是基于一个错误的前提。
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His entire theory rests on the premise that humans are inherently good.
他的整个理论都建立在人类本性善良的前提上。
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场所, 房产, 物业

a house or building, together with its land and outbuildings, granted or conveyed by deed

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The company is relocating to new premises next month.
公司下个月将搬迁到新的办公场所。
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No smoking is allowed on these premises.
这些场所禁止吸烟。
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基于, 以...为前提

base an argument, theory, or undertaking on

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The entire project was premised on the idea that the market would grow.
整个项目都基于市场会增长的理念。
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Her argument was premised on the belief that all people are equal.
她的论点基于所有人都平等的信念。
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