Proffer meaning

prŏf'ər

The act of proffering; an offer.

noun

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.

verb

The definition of a proffer is an offer or offering.

An example of a proffer is a description given by a lawyer as a preview of testimony.

noun

Proffer is defined as to offer something to be accepted.

An example of to proffer is to submit a proposal for a conference.

verb

To offer for acceptance; tender.

verb

To offer (usually something intangible)

To proffer friendship.

verb

An offer or proposal.

noun

An offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; a tender; as, proffers of peace or friendship.

noun

noun

To offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of; as, to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship.

verb

To essay or attempt of one's own accord; to undertake, or propose to undertake.

verb

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
From Middle English proferen, from Old French proferer, from Latin proferre (“to bring forth"), from pro (“forth") + ferre (“to bring").

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