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Meaning of PURR

Pronunciation:  pur

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. [n]  a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat
  2. [v]  indicate pleasure by purring; characteristic of cats
  3. [v]  make a soft swishing sound, as of a motor working or wings flapping
 
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 Synonyms: birr, make vibrant sounds, whir, whirr, whiz, whizz
 
 See Also: go, resonate, sound, sound, vibrate

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
  1. \Purr\, v. i. & t.
    To murmur as a cat. See {Pur}.
    
  2. \Purr\, n.
    The low murmuring sound made by a cat; pur. See {Pur}.
    
 

 

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