bid
bid · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To offer a price for something, especially at an auction.
- 2.
An offer of a price, especially at an auction.
- 3.
(archaic or formal) To command or order.
- 4.
An attempt to achieve something.
- 5.
(archaic or literary) To say as a greeting or farewell.
Phrases & expressions
- •bid farewell — To say goodbye.
- •bid for — To attempt to acquire.
- •hostile bid — An unwelcome takeover attempt.
Related words
Etymology
From Old English biddan ("to ask, command, pray"), and bēodan ("to offer, announce"). These two verbs merged in Middle English.