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offering

The correct spelling is offering.

How to pronounce offering

/ˈɑfəɹɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈɑfəɹɪŋ/

Say it like: Off-eri-ng

The correct spelling is offering. To propose or express one's willingness (to do something). For example: "She offered to help with her homework."

Usage Examples

She offered to help with her homework.

Everybody offered an opinion.

He offered use of his car for the week.  He offered his good will for the Councilman's vote.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To propose or express one's willingness (to do something).
  2. 2.To present in words; to proffer; to make a proposal of; to suggest.
  3. 3.To place at someone’s disposal; to present (something) to be either accepted or turned down.
  4. 4.To present (something) to God or gods as a gesture of worship, or for a sacrifice.
  5. 5.To place (something) in a position where it can be added to an existing mechanical assembly.

noun

  1. 1.The act by which something is offered.
  2. 2.That which has been offered; a sacrifice.
  3. 3.An oblation or presentation made as a religious act.
  4. 4.A contribution given at a religious service.
  5. 5.Something put forth, bid, proffered or tendered.

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