Proffer Definition
prŏfər
proffered, proffering, proffers
verb
proffered, proffering, proffers
To offer for acceptance; tender.
American Heritage
To offer (usually something intangible)
To proffer friendship.
Webster's New World
A preliminary offering, specifically with regard to testimony or evidence, a preview of what will be said or shown. Also known as an offer of proof.
Webster's New World Law
To essay or attempt of one's own accord; to undertake, or propose to undertake.
Wiktionary
noun
proffers
An offer or proposal.
Webster's New World
An offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; a tender; as, proffers of peace or friendship.
Wiktionary
Origin of Proffer
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Middle English profren from Old French poroffrir, profrir por- forth (from Latin prō- pro–1) offrir to offer (from Latin offerre offer)
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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From Middle English proferen, from Old French proferer, from Latin proferre (“to bring forth"), from pro (“forth") + ferre (“to bring").
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