Offer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɒfə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Offer is a noun meaning A proposal that has been made.
Meaning
A proposal that has been made.
More Meanings
- Something put forth, bid, proffered or tendered.
- (intransitive) To propose or express one's willingness (to do something).
- (transitive) To present in words; to proffer; to make a proposal of; to suggest.
- (transitive) To place at someone’s disposal; to present (something) to be either accepted or turned down.
- (transitive) To present (something) to God or gods, as a gesture of worship or as a sacrifice.
- (transitive, of a thing) To present (something) to the sight etc.; to provide for use, consideration etc.
- (law) An invitation to enter into a binding contract communicated to another party which contains terms sufficiently definite to create an enforceable contract if the other party accepts the invitation.
Example Sentences
What's in his offer?
Everybody offered an opinion.
His offer was $3.50 per share.
I decline your offer to contract.
Word Forms
- offers
- offre
- offa
- offering
- offered
Synonyms for offer
Depending on context, synonyms include extend, showcase, tender, crack, pass, fling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proffer, propose, provide, volunteer, pass, extend.
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