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a(1)
: a small bag for money
(2)
: a receptacle (such as a pocketbook) for carrying money and often other small objects
b
: a receptacle (such as a pouch) shaped like a purse
pursed; pursing
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Examples of purse in a Sentence
Noun
a golf tournament with a million dollar purse
I left my purse at home, so I can't buy anything after all.
Verb
She pursed her lips in concentration.
His lips were tightly pursed.
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Noun
This 20-ounce stainless steel tumbler is ideal for younger kids, running quick errands, or sliding in a diaper bag or purse to take on-the-go.
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“Purse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/purse. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
purse
1 of 2 noun1
: a small container (as a wallet) for money
especially
: a woman's pocketbook
2
: a source of supply or support
3
: a sum of money offered as a prize or present
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