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Meaning of 'proffer' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Proffer [ n.]
- An offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; a tender; as, proffers of peace or friendship.
- Essay; attempt.
2 . Proffer [ v. t.]
- To offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of; as, to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship.
- To essay or attempt of one's own accord; to undertake, or propose to undertake.

Meaning of 'proffer' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . proffer [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a proposal offered for acceptance or rejection
Example in sentence:
  • it was a suggestion we couldn't refuse
2 . proffer [ v]
Meaning (2):
- present for acceptance or rejection
Example in sentence:
  • She offered us all a cold drink

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