bid down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To lower the price of (something, such as a financial security or a contract) by bidding lower and lower prices.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To bid by offering low interest rates on a lien, such that the lowest bidder will win.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bid down” mean?
To lower the price of (something, such as a financial security or a contract) by bidding lower and lower prices.
Is “bid down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.