PROF'FER, v.t. [L. profero; pro and fero, to bear.]
1. To offer for acceptance; as, to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship.2. To essay or attempt of one's own accord. None So hardy as to proffer or accept Alone the dreadful voyage.PROF'FER, n. An offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; as proffers of peace or friendship.
He made a proffer to lay down his commission of command in the army.1. Essay; attempt.