noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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UK:/ɒfəˈɹiː/
US:/ɑfɚˈɹi/
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noun
Meaning 1
One to whom an offer is made.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
A unilateral contract consists of a promise on the part of the offeror and performance of the requisite terms by the offeree.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
From offer + -ee.
Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
Chinese Mandarin:
受要約人 /受要约人
— party who has the power of acceptance
Finnish:
tarjouksen saaja
— party who has the power of acceptance