From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishpropose a toast (to somebody)propose a toast (to somebody)DRINKto formally ask a group of people at a social event to join you in wishing someone success, happiness, etc as they raise and drink a glass of wine I’d like to propose a toast to the bride and groom. → propose
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propose a toast (to somebody)• I want to propose a toast to an absent - and sorely missed - friend.• He stands up stiffly and proposes a toast to their old friend. 