Meaning of the word volunteered in English

What does volunteered mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

volunteered

US /ˌvɑːl.ənˈtɪrd/
UK /ˌvɒl.ənˈtɪəd/

Verb

1.

to offer to do something without being forced or paid to do it

Example:
She volunteered to help with the charity event.
Many people volunteered their time to clean up the park.
2.

to give information without being asked

Example:
He volunteered the information that he had been at the scene.
No one volunteered an explanation for the missing items.
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