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offering

[C/U] Both
pl: offeringspast: offeredpp: offereding: offeringcomp: nullsup: null

The word carries a heavy weight of submission or generosity, evoking the image of someone extending their hand to give something valuable to another. In religious or spiritual settings, it suggests a bridge between the human and the divine, where the act of giving is more important than the object itself. In modern business, the term shifts toward a strategic presentation of value. It transforms a simple product into a curated package of benefits, making the transaction feel less like a sale and more like a tailored solution provided to a client.

Countable when referring to a specific item or a distinct business package. Uncountable when referring to the general act of making a gift or sacrifice.

Meanings

Noun
[something]

A thing offered as a gift or contribution, especially to a deity.

"The priest placed a small offering of incense on the altar."

Noun
[something]

A product or service provided by a company for sale.

"The bank is expanding its digital offering to attract younger customers."

Noun
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A proposal or suggestion put forward for consideration.

"The peace offering was rejected by the opposing faction."

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