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offering

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/o.fɨ.ɾẽ.dɐ/o·fe·ren·da

Definition

1

The act of offering; something that is offered, especially as a gift, tribute, sacrifice, or in a religious or ceremonial context.

Usage examples

The worshippers brought offerings of fruit to the temple.
The offering to the spirits was part of the ritual.

Common combinations

peace offeringburnt offeringreligious offeringmake an offering