offer

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verb

of·fer ˈȯ-fər How to pronounce offer (audio)

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offered; offering ˈȯ-f(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce offer (audio)

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transitive verb

: to present as an act of worship or devotion : sacrifice

to a Catholic church where she would offer a candle or so to his recovery

F. M. Ford

: to utter (something, such as a prayer) in devotion

offered up prayers of thanksgiving

: to present for acceptance or rejection : tender

was offered a job

: to present in order to satisfy a requirement

candidates for degrees may offer French as one of their foreign languages

: propose, suggest

offer a solution to a problem

: to declare one's readiness or willingness

offered to help me

: to try or begin to exert : put up

offered stubborn resistance

: threaten

offered to strike him with his cane

: to make available : afford

The summit offers a panoramic view.

especially : to place (merchandise) on sale

offers a range of cameras at reasonable prices

: to present in performance or exhibition

offered a new comedy

: to propose as payment : bid

offered me $100 for the recliner

intransitive verb

: to present something as an act of worship or devotion : sacrifice

We are going to offer at the holy shrine.

archaic : to make an attempt

: to present itself

buying land whenever opportunity offered

: to make a proposal (as of marriage)

He offered to her after a three months' courtship.

offer

2 of 2

noun

: a presenting of something for acceptance

considering job offers from several firms

an offer of marriage

: an undertaking to do an act or give something on condition that the party to whom the proposal is made do some specified act or make a return promise

obsolete : offering

: a price named by one proposing to buy : bid

: attempt, try

: an action or movement indicating a purpose or intention

Example Sentences

Verb I was offered a position at a bank, but I turned it down. The victims were offered money as compensation for their injuries. If I may, I'd like to offer you a bit of advice. One of his neighbors offered to mow his lawn. A woman stopped and offered to help us. We don't need any help, but thank you for offering. They offer their customers a choice between soup or salad. Living in a large city offers a number of advantages. I'd like to offer a couple of comments on the points you've raised. I really don't know enough about it to offer an opinion. Noun After considering several job offers, she accepted a position with a local bank. He turned down an offer to run the company. We decided to hold out for a better offer. “How much do you want for the bike?” “I don't know. Make me an offer.” This special offer is good only while supplies last. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

The company expects to offer the shares for anywhere from 47.10 Hong Kong dollars—equivalent to $6—to HK$52.70, according to a filing to Hong Kong’s stock exchange on Monday.

Dave Sebastian, WSJ, 19 Sep. 2022 The school announced a poster contest to offer free tuition to the winner for best sign during the ESPN broadcast.

Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 17 Sep. 2022 Starting in the fall term, mentors are set to help each student enrolled in the early childhood program to maximize all the college has to offer.

Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022 Companies can combine the course with other trainings Paradigm has to offer, including ones on allyship and microaggressions.

Paige Mcglauflin, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2022 Attendees enthusiastically tuned in, oohing and aahing at the various surprises the runway spectacular had to offer.

Concetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2022 Cee will be the lone recipient of what psychotherapy has to offer.

Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 12 Sep. 2022 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology topped the list of undergraduate engineering programs at institutions that don't offer doctorate-level degrees for the 24th straight year.

Arika Herron, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Sep. 2022 Is this offensive front capable of winning along the line of scrimmage against Arkansas, Georgia and the best the SEC has to offer?

Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, 11 Sep. 2022

Noun

His strategy for change is more thoroughgoing than what’s on offer from Web3 boosters, billionaire founders, or even well-meaning regulators.

Sarah Leonard, The New Republic, 8 Sep. 2022 Even so, be sure to pay careful attention to the (usually long) list of specials on offer, as Andrade’s fresh, zippy ceviches and aguachiles are not to be missed.

The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 8 Sep. 2022 The total number of theater shows on offer in Chicago has not returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 The maker of the 911 sportscar and the electric Taycan has secured pre-orders that exceed the shares on offer at a valuation between 60 billion and 85 billion euros, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the discussions are private.

Christoph Rauwald, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2022 That’s because at Paris Saint-Germain, soccer is just one of the products on offer.

Joshua Robinson, WSJ, 6 Sep. 2022 Modern Family's Ariel Winter took advantage of the equestrian activities on offer at Miraval Resort and Spa.

Hannah Chubb, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 European governments are racing to stave off a ballooning energy catastrophe this winter that’s threatening to dwarf the billions of euros of relief on offer for consumers and businesses.

BostonGlobe.com, 5 Sep. 2022 The scraggy terrain and erupting geysers made a suitably dramatic backdrop for the heavy knits and strong outerwear now on offer.

Paul Croughton, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

offer 1 of 2

verb

of·fer ˈȯ-fər How to pronounce offer (audio)

offered; offering

: to present (something) to be accepted or rejected She offered me a piece of pie.

: to declare willingness

We offered to help.

: to present for consideration : suggest

Can I offer a suggestion?

: to make by effort

The local people offered no resistance to invaders.

: to present as an act of worship

We offered up prayers.

offer

2 of 2

noun

: an act of presenting (something) to be accepted or rejected I couldn't resist the offer of chocolate.

: an act of declaring willingness

Thanks for your offer to help.

: a price suggested by someone prepared to buy : bid

The offer for the house was too low.

Legal Definition

offer

noun

of·fer

ˈȯ-fər

: a proposal, promise, or other manifestation of willingness to make and fulfill a contract or to bargain under proposed terms with another party that has the power to accept it upon receiving it

denied accepting the offer

单词	offerings
释义	offer 1 of 2 verb of·fer ˈȯ-fər ˈä- offered; offering ˈȯ-f(ə-)riŋ ˈä- transitive verb 1 a : to present as an act of worship or devotion : sacrifice to a Catholic church where she would offer a candle or so to his recovery F. M. Ford b : to utter (something, such as a prayer) in devotion offered up prayers of thanksgiving 2 a : to present for acceptance or rejection : tender was offered a job b : to present in order to satisfy a requirement candidates for degrees may offer French as one of their foreign languages 3 a : propose, suggest offer a solution to a problem b : to declare one's readiness or willingness offered to help me 4 a : to try or begin to exert : put up offered stubborn resistance b : threaten offered to strike him with his cane 5 : to make available : afford The summit offers a panoramic view. especially : to place (merchandise) on sale offers a range of cameras at reasonable prices 6 : to present in performance or exhibition offered a new comedy 7 : to propose as payment : bid offered me $100 for the recliner intransitive verb 1 : to present something as an act of worship or devotion : sacrifice We are going to offer at the holy shrine. 2 archaic : to make an attempt 3 : to present itself buying land whenever opportunity offered 4 : to make a proposal (as of marriage) He offered to her after a three months' courtship. offer 2 of 2 noun 1 a : a presenting of something for acceptance considering job offers from several firms an offer of marriage b : an undertaking to do an act or give something on condition that the party to whom the proposal is made do some specified act or make a return promise 2 obsolete : offering 3 : a price named by one proposing to buy : bid 4 a : attempt, try b : an action or movement indicating a purpose or intention Phrases on offer chiefly British : being offered especially for sale Synonyms Verb extend give proffer tender trot out Noun assay [archaic] attempt bash [chiefly British] bid crack endeavor essay fling go pass shot stab trial try whack whirl See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb I was offered a position at a bank, but I turned it down. The victims were offered money as compensation for their injuries. If I may, I'd like to offer you a bit of advice. One of his neighbors offered to mow his lawn. A woman stopped and offered to help us. We don't need any help, but thank you for offering. They offer their customers a choice between soup or salad. Living in a large city offers a number of advantages. I'd like to offer a couple of comments on the points you've raised. I really don't know enough about it to offer an opinion. Noun After considering several job offers, she accepted a position with a local bank. He turned down an offer to run the company. We decided to hold out for a better offer. “How much do you want for the bike?” “I don't know. Make me an offer.” This special offer is good only while supplies last. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb The company expects to offer the shares for anywhere from 47.10 Hong Kong dollars—equivalent to $6—to HK$52.70, according to a filing to Hong Kong’s stock exchange on Monday. Dave Sebastian, WSJ, 19 Sep. 2022 The school announced a poster contest to offer free tuition to the winner for best sign during the ESPN broadcast. Mark Heim \| Mheim@al.com, al, 17 Sep. 2022 Starting in the fall term, mentors are set to help each student enrolled in the early childhood program to maximize all the college has to offer. Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Sep. 2022 Companies can combine the course with other trainings Paradigm has to offer, including ones on allyship and microaggressions. Paige Mcglauflin, Fortune, 14 Sep. 2022 Attendees enthusiastically tuned in, oohing and aahing at the various surprises the runway spectacular had to offer. Concetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2022 Cee will be the lone recipient of what psychotherapy has to offer. Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 12 Sep. 2022 Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology topped the list of undergraduate engineering programs at institutions that don't offer doctorate-level degrees for the 24th straight year. Arika Herron, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Sep. 2022 Is this offensive front capable of winning along the line of scrimmage against Arkansas, Georgia and the best the SEC has to offer? Paul Myerberg, USA TODAY, 11 Sep. 2022 Noun His strategy for change is more thoroughgoing than what’s on offer from Web3 boosters, billionaire founders, or even well-meaning regulators. Sarah Leonard, The New Republic, 8 Sep. 2022 Even so, be sure to pay careful attention to the (usually long) list of specials on offer, as Andrade’s fresh, zippy ceviches and aguachiles are not to be missed. The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 8 Sep. 2022 The total number of theater shows on offer in Chicago has not returned to pre-pandemic levels. Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 The maker of the 911 sportscar and the electric Taycan has secured pre-orders that exceed the shares on offer at a valuation between 60 billion and 85 billion euros, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the discussions are private. Christoph Rauwald, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2022 That’s because at Paris Saint-Germain, soccer is just one of the products on offer. Joshua Robinson, WSJ, 6 Sep. 2022 Modern Family's Ariel Winter took advantage of the equestrian activities on offer at Miraval Resort and Spa. Hannah Chubb, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2022 European governments are racing to stave off a ballooning energy catastrophe this winter that’s threatening to dwarf the billions of euros of relief on offer for consumers and businesses. BostonGlobe.com, 5 Sep. 2022 The scraggy terrain and erupting geysers made a suitably dramatic backdrop for the heavy knits and strong outerwear now on offer. Paul Croughton, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb and Noun Middle English offren, in sense 1, from Old English offrian, from Late Latin offerre, from Latin, to present, tender, from ob- toward + ferre to carry; in other senses, from Anglo-French offrir, from Latin offerre — more at bear First Known Use Verb before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Noun 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing offer make an offer tender offer offer no apology for on special offer offer resistance on offer make an offer tender offer offer no apology for on special offer offer resistance on offer Kids Definition offer 1 of 2 verb of·fer ˈȯ-fər offered; offering 1 : to present (something) to be accepted or rejected She offered me a piece of pie. 2 : to declare willingness We offered to help. 3 : to present for consideration : suggest Can I offer a suggestion? 4 : to make by effort The local people offered no resistance to invaders. 5 : to present as an act of worship We offered up prayers. offer 2 of 2 noun 1 : an act of presenting (something) to be accepted or rejected I couldn't resist the offer of chocolate. 2 : an act of declaring willingness Thanks for your offer to help. 3 : a price suggested by someone prepared to buy : bid The offer for the house was too low. Choose the Right Synonym for offer Verb offer and present mean to put before another for acceptance. offer is used when the thing may be accepted or refused. He offered more coffee to the guests. present is used when something is offered with the hope or expectation of its being accepted. Salesmen presented their goods. The principal presented our diplomas. Legal Definition offer noun of·fer ˈȯ-fər 1 : a proposal, promise, or other manifestation of willingness to make and fulfill a contract or to bargain under proposed terms with another party that has the power to accept it upon receiving it denied accepting the offer see also revoke, tender offer 2 : a price named by one proposing to buy (as in a bid, bargain, or settlement) : the amount of an offer to pay money decided the offer was too low offerings noun plural of offering as in sacrifices something offered to a god some ancient gods were thought to demand burnt offerings Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance sacrifices libations victims oblations contributions immolations propitiations donations holocausts
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