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verb
To introduce (something) as a reasoned conclusion; to conclude by reasoning or deduction, as from premises or evidence.
It is dangerous to infer too much from martial bluster in British politics: at the first hint of trouble, channelling Churchill is a default tactic for beleaguered leaders of all sorts.
To lead to (something) as a consequence; to imply.
a. 1535, Thomas More, letter to Fryth the fyrste parte is not the proofe of the second. but rather contrarywyse the seconde inferreth well yͤ fyrst.
This doth infer the zeal I had to see him.
To cause, inflict (something) upon or to someone.
faire Serena[…]fled fast away, afeard / Of villany to be to her inferd[…].
To introduce (a subject) in speaking, writing etc.; to bring in, to adduce.
Full well hath Clifford played the orator, / Inferring arguments of mighty force.