Definitions

1. noun

a bag or container used to carry money, jewelry, or other small valuable items, typically made of fabric, leather, or other materials

“She reached into her purse and pulled out a twenty-dollar bill to pay for the coffee.”

2. verb

to take or gather money or other valuable items into a purse or other container

“The thief tried to purse the money from the cash register.”

3. verb

to grasp or catch something in one’s hand or purse

“The cat tried to purse the ball of yarn.”

4. verb

to attract or entice someone into doing something

“The salesman tried to purse the customer into buying the more expensive model.”

5. noun

a person or animal that pursues something

“The dog is a good purse for rabbits.”