offer
UK: ˈɒfə | US: ˈɔːfər
v. to present or propose something for acceptance or rejection
n. a proposal or expression of willingness to do or give something
n. a special reduced price or deal
offer = of<toward> + fer<carry>
- of (from Old English of-, meaning "toward" or "in the direction of")
- fer (from Latin ferre, meaning "to carry" or "to bring")
Etymology Origin:
The word "offer" traces back to Old English offrian (to present in worship), influenced by Latin offerre (to bring before). The Latin roots ob- (toward) + ferre (to carry) evolved into Middle English offren, retaining the core idea of "presenting or proposing something." Over time, it broadened to include secular proposals, deals, or gestures of willingness.
She decided to offer him a job at her company.
The university made him an offer of a full scholarship.
This store has a special offer on electronics this week.
He offered to help me with my luggage.
They declined the offer to settle the dispute out of court.