presentpre·sent /prɪˈzent/ verb [transitiveT]1to make a speech introducing an idea, plan etc to be considereda lack of evidence presented by prosecutors
present something to somebodyThe company has until July to restructure its debt and present an operating plan to its creditors.
2to produce a document, such as a ticket or pass, for an official to checkWhen a shopper presents a supermarket ID card, the purchases can be linked to his or her name and address.
present something to somebodyTo receive care, every patient will need to present a health insurance card to the hospital or doctor.
3if something presents an opportunity, advantage, problem etc, it creates itWith interest rates slightly above 8%, the securities present an attractive alternative to stocks.
Microsoft’s Windows presents the most formidable technical challenge ever to the Macintosh.