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Plural for a handbag
“They made a quick stop at the market, where Barth purchased Linera a leather purse in which she could carry her other dress, and what she may.”
Plural for a small pouch used for carrying money or other small items, typically by a woman
“Do not ride motorcycles at any time during Songkran and keep your purse in a plastic bag unless you like soggy money.”
Plural for the money possessed by, or available to, a person or country
“But, in the real world, who exactly is it who has a heavier purse today at my expense?”
Plural for a sum of money given as a prize or award
“She is tipped to win the biggest purse in women's pro volleyball history.”
Plural for the total sum of money placed in card games or a lottery
Plural for money, resources or income
To pucker, contract, or press together
“Before she could purse her lips in response, he had already pulled away, leaving her with a confused look on her face.”
To fold or bend something over, especially so that it comes in contact with itself
To make a ruffle or curl in
Squeezes together
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