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offering

[ˈɒfərɪŋ]

offering Definition

  • 1a thing that is given to someone, especially as part of a religious or official ceremony
  • 2an amount of money that someone is willing to pay for something
  • 3something that is produced or made available for sale

Using offering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "offering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The priest made an offering of flowers at the altar.

  • Example

    The company's latest offering is a new smartphone model.

  • Example

    I received an offering of chocolates from my admirer.

  • Example

    The highest offering for the painting was $1 million.

offering Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with offering

  • an object or animal offered in a religious sacrifice

    Example

    The sacrificial offering was a lamb.

  • the sale of securities to the public, typically through an initial public offering (IPO)

    Example

    The company announced its plans for a public offering of its shares.

  • an act or gift offered as a sign of reconciliation or goodwill

    Example

    He brought her a bouquet of flowers as a peace offering after their argument.

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Summary: offering in Brief

An 'offering' [ˈɒfərɪŋ] is something given or presented, often as part of a religious or official ceremony. It can also refer to a product or item made available for sale, or the amount of money someone is willing to pay for something. Examples include 'The priest made an offering of flowers at the altar,' and 'The highest offering for the painting was $1 million.' Phrases like 'sacrificial offering' and 'public offering' denote specific contexts.

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