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Mamya is quite accurate. begs the question = raises an issue for debate (Chambers Dictionary).

Thanks for that Goofy
At least I know which quiz it is from
(Too hard for me!)

Just wanted to register on this site, hopefully by replying I have done this.
Very good clues from you all.
No I am not a robot !!!

Sorry Jolan,
You need to throw that Chambers away.
OED
Definition of “beg”.
"6. To take for granted without warrant; esp. in to beg the question: to take for granted the matter in dispute, to assume without proof."
It does not mean raise the question!

Bees please don`t foam about it, Iwrote it when I was riled and it was late. I think I made my point though.

M

Hello x-ray nice to see you here as well.
I too am a newby

I wasn't really foaming, it was supposed to be funny. I really must learn how to do emoticons. Lighten up folks:)
(It proves we're not robots!)

Hi Goofy,
Yes - saw your name on here too. Teacher put me onto this site from the AnswerBank thread.
Just another outlet for questions and answers.
Good luck with your quizzes.

I knew you were kidding really bees

Hiya xray and goofy too

Mamya
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Hi Bees! Sorry, I wuz away for a day.
the Throw away Chambers! Never, The OED, what\'s that? I have the Concise OD and it lists beg the question = 1. (of a fact or action) invite an obvious question or point. Mamya\'s statement.
2. assume the truth or proposition ... etc.(your def.

I suppose the OED forgot to consult it\'s little brudder. Eh?