Definitions of put forward
to suggest a plan, proposal or idea etc, especially so that other people can consider or discuss it
The Board adopted the plan that was put forward at the beginning of 2007.
to suggest officially that you or someone else should be considered for a particular job, position or membership of an organisation etc
An election will take place on 26 January to decide on the slate of nominees which the party will put forward for membership of the second chamber.