Meaning & Definition of word "Offer"

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    Offer

    /ˈɔː.fər/

    noun:

    • 1. A proposal or suggestion, especially one made formally.
      • Example: The company made an attractive offer to the potential employee.
    • 2. An act of presenting something for acceptance or rejection.
      • Example: There was a special offer for new customers to receive free shipping.
    • 3. A willingness to provide something.
      • Example: Her offer of friendship was warmly accepted.

    verb:

    • 1. To present or propose something for someone to accept or reject.
      • Example: She decided to offer her assistance to the charity event.
    • 2. To make available for a certain purpose.
      • Example: The store will offer a discount on all electronic items this weekend.
    • 3. To express readiness to do something.
      • Example: He offered to help with the project during the weekend.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French offrir, from Latin offerre, from ob- 'to' + ferre 'to carry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make an offer:

    To propose a price or terms for something.

    offer a hand:

    To provide help or assistance.

    take up an offer:

    To accept a proposal.

    on offer:

    Available for purchase or acceptance.

    standing offer:

    An offer that remains open for a specified time.

    Related Words

    proposal:

    A formal suggestion or plan put forward for consideration.

    acceptance:

    The action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.

    rejection:

    The dismissing or refusing of a proposal.

    Slang Meanings of offer

    Meaning: To hook someone up.

    Example Sentence: Hey, I can offer you a connection with that company.

    Meaning: To put something on the table for negotiation.

    Example Sentence: Let's make an offer and see what they say.