noun essay; attempt.
2. proffer ·vt to essay or attempt of one's own accord; to undertake, or propose to undertake.
3. proffer ·noun an offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; a tender; as, proffers of peace or friendship.
4. proffer ·vt to offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of; as, to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship.