Meaning & Definition of word "Offer"

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.