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Rarepur
The correct spelling is pur.
How to pronounce pur
noun
Say it like: Pur
The correct spelling is pur. The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented. For example: "He purred like a kitten when she massaged his neck."
Usage Examples
“He purred like a kitten when she massaged his neck.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented.
- 2.A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person.
- 3.The low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed
verb
- 1.Of a cat, to make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented.
- 2.To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner.
- 3.To make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure.
- 4.(of an engine) To make a low and consistent rumbling sound.
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