English dictionary
purchase
nounPronunciation
ˈpɝtʃəs
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the acquisition of something for payment
noun
- a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage
noun
- the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
noun
- something acquired by purchase
verb
- obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
Example sentences
they closed the purchase with a handshake
he could get no purchase on the situation
The family purchased a new car
The conglomerate acquired a new company
She buys for the big department store