offering to a deity or spirit
Refers to an offering made to a god, buddha, or the spirit of a deceased person, often at a grave or altar.
I offer flowers at the grave.
farewell gift; parting tribute
A gift or tribute given to someone who is leaving on a journey or departing, often as a token of remembrance or good wishes.
I offer a song as a farewell tribute to my departing friend.
offer (to a deity or the deceased); dedicate · give as a parting gift; offer parting words
Standard kanji spelling for this word.
Kana spelling is sometimes used, especially in informal or explanatory contexts.
The noun form of 手向ける, “to present as an offering” or “to dedicate,” used especially of offerings to deities, spirits, or the dead.