Purse Definition & Meaning
purse
- noun
- a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women); "she reached into her bag and found a comb"
- a sum of money spoken of as the contents of a money purse; "he made the contribution out of his own purse"; "he and his wife shared a common purse"
- a small bag for carrying money
- a sum of money offered as a prize; "the purse barely covered the winner's expenses"
- verb
- contract one's lips into a rounded shape
- gather or contract into wrinkles or folds; pucker; "purse ones's lips"
"Purse" in song lyrics
See how purse is used in real songs:
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"right next to ya bra that's right next to ya purse"
69 Boyz f/ JT Money — 2 A.M. (Watcha Doin'?) -
"Cause I dipped out the club with her Burberry purse"
7L & Esoteric f/ Beyonder — Throw 'Em Up -
"The one-time jacks, put my motherfuckin' gat in your purse"
Above the Law f/ Snow — Dose of the Mega Flex
Words that rhyme with purse
Usage tips for "purse"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "purse" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for purse to find words that pair well.