offering

American  

[aw-fer-ing, of-er-] / ˈɔ fər ɪŋ, ˈɒf ər- /

noun

1. something offered in worship or devotion, as to a deity; an oblation or sacrifice.

2. a contribution given to or through the church for a particular purpose, as at a religious service.

3. anything offered as a gift.

4. something presented for inspection or sale.

5. a sale.

   our spring offering of furniture.

6. the act of one who offers.

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offering British  

/ ˈɒfərɪŋ /

noun

1. something that is offered

2. a contribution to the funds of a religious organization

3. a sacrifice, as of an animal, to a deity

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Etymology

Origin of offering

First recorded before 1000; Middle English; Old English offrung; equivalent to offer + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The MP said he wanted to "thank and commend the people of Blackburn for coming together and offering support and solidarity to Inaayah's family during this devastating time".

From BBC

With a potentially interested team not having to negotiate any fees for an out-of-contract player, they can afford to take their time before offering a free transfer player a contract.

From BBC

Wortsman said next on their list was offering the service to young people, so that they "don't have to grow up and then think 'I can't do this stuff'."

From BBC

No wonder, then, that there is a record slate of huge technology companies planning to make their initial public offerings while equity markets are at records.

From Barron's

Watching the news, she expresses genuine sadness at reports of a tragedy or children with high screen time, but holds off on offering opinions or specific policy goals as first lady.

From BBC

Related Words

• contribution
• gift