noun Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
noun A fundamental element; a basic principle.
noun An axiom.
noun A requirement; a prerequisite.
verb To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.
verb To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.
verb To request, demand or claim for oneself.
verb Alternative form of postulated, past participle of postulate.