Bid ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Bid ( noun )

1. An offer of a price for a product or service.
2. A request or invitation to do something.
3. An attempt or effort to achieve something.
4. A declaration of intent in a card game.
5. An order or instruction to buy or sell securities.

Origin:

The word "bid" comes from the old english word "biddan" which means "to ask, request, or invite". the noun form was first recorded in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The highest bid for the painting was $2 million.
2. The company made a bid for the construction of the new bridge.
3. He made a bid to become the new president of the club.
4. She made a bid of two spades during the card game.
5. The bid to purchase 100 shares of stock was accepted.

(As a verb)

Bid ( verb )

1. An offer of a price for a product or service.
2. A request or invitation to do something.
3. An attempt or effort to achieve something.
4. A declaration of intent in a card game.
5. An order or instruction to buy or sell securities.

Origin:

The word "bid" comes from the old english word "biddan" which means "to ask, request, or invite". the noun form was first recorded in the 14th century.

Examples:

1. The highest bid for the painting was $2 million.
2. The company made a bid for the construction of the new bridge.
3. He made a bid to become the new president of the club.
4. She made a bid of two spades during the card game.
5. The bid to purchase 100 shares of stock was accepted.