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bid

/bɪd/

verb

Meaning

  • To issue a command; to tell.

    "He bade me come in."

  • To invite; to summon.

    "She was bidden to the wedding."

  • To utter a greeting or salutation.

verb

Meaning

  • To make an offer to pay or accept a certain price.

    "Have you ever bid in an auction?"

  • To offer as a price.

    "She bid £2000 for the Persian carpet."

  • To make an attempt.

    "He was bidding for the chance to coach his team to victory once again."

  • To announce (one's goal), before starting play.

  • To proclaim (a bede, prayer); to pray.