offering — something that is offered, especially as a gift, contribution, or sacrifice
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that is offered, especially as a gift, contribution, or sacrifice
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔːfərɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 제공하는 것, 특히 선물이나 기여, 제물로 바치는 것
Korean pronunciation: 오-퍼-링 (강세: 오)
Example Sentences
- My mom's burnt offering at dinner wasn't actually a religious sacrifice - she just forgot about the chicken in the oven.
- The university expanded its course offerings to include underwater basket weaving.
- As a peace offering after our argument, my brother bought me my favorite ice cream.
offering
NOUN//ˈɔːfərɪŋ//
something that is offered, especially as a gift, contribution, or sacrifice
Presenting gifts as sacred offerings
While systems are buffering, love offers comfort to end the suffering
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'offrian'(바치다, 제공하다)에서 유래되었으며, 라틴어 'offerre'(앞에 가져다 놓다)와 관련이 있습니다. 원래는 신에게 바치는 제물을 의미했지만, 현재는 일반적인 제공의 의미로 확장되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“My mom's burnt offering at dinner wasn't actually a religious sacrifice - she just forgot about the chicken in the oven.”
“The university expanded its course offerings to include underwater basket weaving.”
“As a peace offering after our argument, my brother bought me my favorite ice cream.”
“The company's latest offering includes a phone that claims to be smarter than its users.”
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