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4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Purr' in a Sentence

"To make a soft, continuous, humming sound that expresses contentment or pleasure, typically as done by a cat." more

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He realized his absence when he had purred for attention all morning.
By the time she arrived, the engine had purred to life effortlessly.
Having missed her all day, the cat had purred loudly when she finally returned.
The cat had purred softly in her lap as she read a book.

Purr

pur
verbTo make a soft, continuous, humming sound that expresses contentment or pleasure, typically as done by a cat.
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Last Updated On: May 22, 2024
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