What it means

1. noun something offered (as a proposal or bid)
   “noteworthy new offerings for investors included several index funds”
2. noun the verbal act of offering
   “a generous offer of assistance”
3. noun a usually brief attempt
   “he took a crack at it”
4. verb put forward for consideration
   “He offered his opinion”
5. verb threaten to do something
   “I offered to leave the committee if they did not accept my proposal”
6. verb produce or introduce on the stage
   “The Shakespeare Company is offering `King Lear' this month”
7. verb make available or accessible, provide or furnish
   “The conference center offers a health spa”
8. verb present for acceptance or rejection
   “She offered us all a cold drink”
9. verb make available for sale
   “The stores are offering specials on sweaters this week”
10. verb offer verbally
    “extend my greetings”
11. verb propose a payment
    “The Swiss dealer offered $2 million for the painting”
12. verb present as an act of worship
    “offer prayers to the gods”