bidder

word

Definition

A person or organization that offers a price to buy something, especially at an auction or in a competitive process.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used in business, legal, and auction contexts. Most common collocations: 'highest bidder', 'potential bidder', 'qualified bidder'. Refers to someone actively offering a price, not just interested.

Example Sentences

The highest bidder won the painting at the auction.

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Every bidder must register before the auction starts.

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Only one bidder was interested in the car.

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The company was the second-highest bidder for the government contract.

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As soon as the auction opened, several bidders jumped in with offers.

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If there’s a tie, the auctioneer asks the bidders to make new offers.

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