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

An insurer would also be banned from the markets for five years if it decides to cease offering property insurance under the law.

From Los Angeles Times

The Together California village will also feature a 7,000-square-foot community center offering enrichment programs and services for the foster children and their caretakers, a garden, and open spaces.

From MarketWatch

Waymo is offering full commercial service in six U.S. cities, with a dozen more slated to come online over the next year or so.

From The Wall Street Journal

Daiwa analysts said in a report this month that China is likely to continue offering consumption stimulus, but expects the rollout to be incremental rather than the sort of “bazooka-style” stimulus many are hoping for.

From The Wall Street Journal

Its shares have fallen 34% so far this year and are down 83% from their all-time high achieved shortly after the company’s initial public offering last July.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• contribution
• gift