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offering
noun of·fer·ing \ˈȯ-f(ə-)riŋ, ˈä-\
: something that is given to God or a god as a part of religious worship
: an act of giving a religious offering
: something that is available for sale or use
Full Definition of OFFERING
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: something offered for sale or patronage <latest offerings of the leading novelists>
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: a course of instruction or study
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First Known Use of OFFERING
before 12th century
Related to OFFERING
- Synonyms
- immolation, sacrifice, victim
OFFERING Defined for Kids
offering
noun of·fer·ing \ˈȯ-fə-riŋ, ˈȯf-riŋ\
Definition of OFFERING for Kids
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: something presented for acceptance
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: a contribution to the support of a church
3
: a sacrifice given as part of worship
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