Something proposed for discussion or consideration; a proposition; a subject, a theme.

That which forms or ought to form the subject of a discourse; the matter in hand; the point at issue. Now only in to (the) purpose at phrases 7 (cf…

Something proposed for discussion or solution; a problem, a riddle; a parable. Obsolete.

A question proposed for academic discussion or scholastic disputation. Now rare.

Something propounded for solution or mathematical demonstration; a proposition, problem.

The principal point in question between contending parties, as it emerges from debate; the main point or issue in question. More fully state of the…

spec. A subject or proposal to be debated, decided, or voted on in a meeting or deliberative assembly, esp. in Parliament; the putting of this…

Subject matter of discussion or discourse in speech or writing; theme, subject. Obsolete or archaic.

A proposition laid down or stated, esp. as a theme to be discussed and proved, or to be maintained against attack (in Logic sometimes as distinct…

elliptical. A subject or topic for investigation; a question. Obsolete. rare.

intransitive. To dispute or discuss an academic or scholastic question. Cf. problem, n. 2.

The matter or plan deliberated on.

Subject of consultation or deliberation.

A proposition, a thesis; a remark.

A matter which remains to be decided; a significant matter for debate or discussion.

colloquial. The thing under discussion, the question.

a point which, though not necessarily essential to the matter in hand, furnishes a useful or interesting subject for debate; a proposition…

figurative. A site of, or forum for, strife or conflict; an issue about which there is intense debate.