Purr Definition
pûr
purred, purring, purrs
noun
purrs
The soft vibrant sound made by a cat.
American Heritage
A low, vibratory sound made by a cat when it seems to be pleased.
Webster's New World
Any sound like this, as of a quietly running engine.
Webster's New World
verb
purred, purring, purrs
To make or utter a soft vibrant sound.
The cat purred. The sewing machine purred.
American Heritage
To make, or express with, a purr.
Webster's New World
To speak in a low voice suggestive of contentment, sexual desire, etc.
Webster's New World
Origin of Purr
-
From Wiktionary
Imitative
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
Find Similar Words
Find similar words to purr using the buttons below.