Probably the most common use of the word offer is when it’s used as a verb to mean presenting something (or someone, or an idea) for acceptance or refusal. “Can I offer you some cake to go with your tea?” What’s offered can, in some cases, be called an offering.

 

In marketing terms, an offer can be a reduction in price “everything half price” or more for your money “10% extra free” or maybe there will be a free gift for a limited period.

Also as a verb, offer can mean to provide. “The mobile writing retreat offers great views of Scotland.” (Some of which are shown here.)

As a noun, an offer is an expression of willingness or readiness to do something. “I’ve had offers to supply me with cake in case I run out.”

Sadly that’s a fictitious example! 

 

The first book in my cosy mystery series, Disguised Murder and Community Spirit in Little Mallow, is currently on offer at 99p in the UK (or 99c in the US).

I hope that proves to be an offer you can’t refuse! It offers hours of entertainment.