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Uncommonpurport
The correct spelling is purport.
How to pronounce purport
/ˈpɜːpɔːt/
nounIPA: /ˈpɜːpɔːt/
Say it like: Pur-por-t
The correct spelling is purport. Import, intention or purpose For example: "He purports himself to be an international man of affairs."
Usage Examples
“He purports himself to be an international man of affairs.”
“He purported to become an international man of affairs.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.Import, intention or purpose
- 2.Disguise; covering
verb
- 1.To convey, imply, or profess outwardly (often falsely).
- 2.(construed with to) To intend.
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