Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bidding

noun
/ˈbɪdɪŋ/
Definition
The act of stating a price one is willing to pay for something, especially at an auction.
Examples
  • She won the painting at the auction after a heated bidding war.
  • His high bidding surprised everyone in the room.
  • Online bidding allows many to participate without being physically present.
Meaning
Bidding refers to the process where participants offer amounts of money to purchase goods or services, often in a competitive environment.
Synonyms
  • offer
  • proposal
  • tender
  • quotation