English · Common Verbs
bid
/bɪd/
[/bɪd/]
offer a price
Advancedverb
Definition
To offer a particular amount of money for something, especially at an auction.
Example
Several collectors were eager to bid for the rare painting at the famous auction.
Several collectors were eager to bid for the rare painting at the famous auction.
Etymology
From Old English 'bēodan' (to offer) and 'biddan' (to ask), later merged.
How & Where It’s Used
Common at auctions and in business tenders and contracts.