Purse

/pɜːs/

The meaning and definition of Purse, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. A small bag for carrying money.
  2. A handbag (small bag usually used by women for carrying various small personal items)
verb
  1. To press (one's lips) in and together so that they protrude.
  2. To draw up or contract into folds or wrinkles; to pucker; to knit.

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Synonyms bursary grant change purse coin purse pocketbook handbag

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