pur

/pɜːr/

Definitions

1. noun

A pur is a sound or murmur, especially one made by a cat while being held or petted

“The cat made a contented pur as it curled up on her lap.”

2. verb

To pur is to make a low, rumbling sound, especially while being held or petted

“The kitten started to pur as soon as it felt her touch.”

Synonyms

  • meow
  • mew

Antonyms

  • growl
  • snarl