purse — a small bag for carrying money, typically used by women
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small bag for carrying money, typically used by women
Pronunciation (IPA): /pɜːrs/
Example Sentences
- My mom's purse is like a magical bag - she can find anything from bandages to snacks in there!
- She pursed her lips like she had just tasted a lemon when her boyfriend suggested they split the bill.
- The thief grabbed her purse and ran, but didn't know it only contained expired coupons.
purse
NOUN[/pɜːrs/]
a small bag for carrying money, typically used by women
a small bag for carrying money, typically used by women
The nurse finds her purse empty - what a curse!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'purse' derives from Middle English 'purse', which comes from Latin 'bursa' meaning a leather bag or pouch. Originally denoting a small leather container for coins, the term evolved over time to encompass the broader sense of a woman's handbag.
Breakdown
Latin 'bursa' (leather bag, pouch) → Middle English 'purse' (small coin container) → Modern English 'purse' (handbag or small bag for carrying money and personal items).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's purse is like a magical bag - she can find anything from bandages to snacks in there!”
“She pursed her lips like she had just tasted a lemon when her boyfriend suggested they split the bill.”
“The thief grabbed her purse and ran, but didn't know it only contained expired coupons.”
“She controls the purse strings in their household.”
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