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   purr

   /pəː/

   verb

   • 1. (of a cat) make a low continuous vibratory sound expressing contentment: "the cat purred loudly, rubbing against her legs"
   • ▪ (of a vehicle or engine) move smoothly while making a similar sound: "a sleek blue BMW purred past him"
   • ▪ speak in a low, soft voice, especially when expressing contentment or acting seductively: "‘Would you like a coffee?’ she purred"

   noun

   • 1. a purring sound: "a contented purr"

   Word Origin early 17th century: imitative.

   Scrabble Points: 6

   • P

     3

   • U

     1

   • R

     1

   • R

     1

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