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The correct spelling is presuming.
How to pronounce presuming
verb
Say it like: Pre-sum-ing
The correct spelling is presuming. With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission. For example: "I wouldn't presume to tell him how to do his job."
Usage Examples
“I wouldn't presume to tell him how to do his job.”
“Don't make the decision yourself and presume too much.”
“Dr. Livingstone, I presume?”
Meanings
verb
- 1.With infinitive object: to be so presumptuous as (to do something) without proper authority or permission.
- 2.To perform, do (something) without authority; to lay claim to without permission.
- 3.To assume or suggest to be true (without proof); to take for granted, to suppose.
- 4.To be presumptuous; with on, upon, to take advantage (of), to take liberties (with).
adjective
- 1.Confidently or arrogantly overstepping reasonable bounds.
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