Pronunciation: /bɪd/
noun an offer to pay a certain amount of money for something
A1 I placed a bid on the painting at the auction.
A2 She made a bid for the contract, but it was rejected.
B1 The company submitted a bid for the construction project.
B2 His bid to acquire the company was successful.
C1 The government's bid to pass the new legislation faced strong opposition.
C2 The billionaire's bid to purchase the rare artwork set a new record for art sales.
verb to offer a certain amount of money for something, especially at an auction
A1 I bid farewell to my friends before leaving.
A2 She bid on the antique vase at the auction.
B1 The company bid for the contract to build the new bridge.
B2 He bid against his rival for the top position in the company.
C1 The government is expected to bid for the hosting rights of the international conference.
C2 The billionaire businessman bid a record amount for the rare painting at the art auction.
formal The company submitted a bid for the construction project.
informal I'm going to put in a bid for that vintage car on eBay.
slang I'm gonna throw my bid in for those concert tickets.
figurative She made a bid for his heart but he was already taken.
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