pur Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pur intransitive verb

Etymology

Of imitative origin; cf. Prov. G. purren.

Wordforms

imperfect & past participle Purred ; present participle & verbal noun Purring

Definitions

1. To utter a low, murmuring, continued sound, as a cat does when pleased. Written also purr.

Pur transitive verb

Definitions

1. To signify or express by purring. Gray.

Pur noun

Definitions

1. The low, murmuring sound made by a cat to express contentment or pleasure. Written also purr.