nounπShareThe vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented."The cat's purrs filled the quiet room as I petted her. "animalsoundbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person."Her voice was so soft, it was practically purrs of contentment after receiving the good news. "soundpersonsensationbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed"The old car's purrs were a comforting sound as Dad drove us to school. "soundmachinevehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareOf a cat, to make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented."The cat purrs loudly when I pet her. "animalsoundphysiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner."She leaned closer and purred, "I have a secret to tell you." "languagecommunicationsoundhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure."He purred like a kitten when she massaged his neck."soundanimalsensationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShare(of an engine) To make a low and consistent rumbling sound."The old car purrs when you first start the engine, but then it gets louder. "soundvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading