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purr
noun
verb
a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat
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Pronunciation
pɜː(ɹ)
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noun
a low vibrating sound typical of a contented cat
verb
indicate pleasure by purring; characteristic of cats
verb
make a soft swishing sound
“the motor whirred”
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Example Sentences
the motor whirred
the car engine purred
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