offeree

[ aw-fuh-ree, of-uh- ]

noun

, Law.

1. the person to whom an offer is made: Compare offeror ( def ).

   The offeree failed to follow up his earlier expression of interest, and the offer lapsed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of offeree¹

First recorded in 1845–50; offer ( def ) + -ee ( def )

Example Sentences

If the offeree sent a telegram, then he would be obliged to prove the delivery of the dispatch.

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