bid
//bɪd//
Verb
bidInfinitive
bidPresent tense
bidPast tense
bidPast participle
biddingPresent participle
bidsThird-person singular
1
To offer a certain price for something, especially at an auction.
She bid $500 for the antique vase at the auction.
2
To make an offer to do work or provide a service for a stated price.
Several companies bid for the construction contract.
3
To say a greeting or farewell to someone (archaic or formal).
She bid him farewell at the station.
Noun
1
An offer of a price, especially at an auction.
She made the highest bid at the auction and won the painting.
2
An attempt or effort to achieve something.
She made a bid for the presidency.