Purport - Definition
purport
n 1: the intended meaning of a communication [syn: intent,
purport, spirit]
2: the pervading meaning or tenor; "caught the general drift of
the conversation" [syn: drift, purport]
v 1: have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or
claiming; "The letter purports to express people's opinion"
2: propose or intend; "I aim to arrive at noon" [syn: aim,
purpose, purport, propose]