proffer
UK: ˈprɒfə | US: ˈprɑːfər
vt. to offer or present something for acceptance
n. an offer or proposal
proffer = pro<forward> + fer<carry>
- pro<forward>: Latin prefix meaning "forward" or "forth."
- fer<carry>: From Latin ferre, meaning "to carry" or "to bring."
Etymology Origin:
The word proffer originates from the Old French porofrir (later proffrir), combining por- (a variant of pro-, meaning "forward") and offrir ("to offer"). The Latin roots pro- and ferre reinforce the sense of "carrying something forward" as an act of offering. Over time, it evolved into Middle English as proffren, retaining its core meaning of presenting something voluntarily.
She decided to proffer her resignation after the meeting.
The lawyer proffered new evidence during the trial.
He proffered a handshake to his rival as a sign of goodwill.
The committee proffered several solutions to the problem.
They proffered their apologies for the misunderstanding.