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2 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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The old car purred to life after years of being in storage.
As the engine cooled down, it purred like a satisfied beast.

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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