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premiss
noun(prem-ise)
a proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference; specifically : either of the first two propositions of a syllogism from which the conclusion is drawn
premiss
noun(prem-ise)
something assumed or taken for granted : presupposition
premiss
noun(prem-ise)
matters previously stated; specifically : the preliminary and explanatory part of a deed or of a bill in equity

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