v. (ming) 1 (often foil. by that) suppose to be true; take for granted. 2 (often foil. by to + infin.) a take the liberty, be impudent enough (presumed to question their authority). b dare, venture (may I presume to ask?). 3 be presumptuous. 4 (foil. by on, upon) take advantage of or make unscrupulous use of (a person’s good nature etc.). [Latin praesumo]
