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purr

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Verb

  1. To make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented or in certain other conditions.
  2. To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner.
  3. To make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure.
  4. To spend time enjoying and expressing pleasure (over something); to coo; to enthuse.
  5. To make a low and consistent rumbling sound.

Noun

  1. The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented.
  2. A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person.
  3. The low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed

Interjection

  1. Vibrating sound made by a cat.
  2. Alternative form of period.

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