Purse

A small bag or container, often with a handle or strap, used for carrying money, keys, and other personal items. It can also refer to a woman's handbag. Purses come in a variety of shapes, sizes, materials, and styles. They serve both a practical purpose for carrying belongings and can act as a fashion statement reflecting personal taste and social status. The word 'purse' can also be used as a verb, signifying the act of contract or pucker one's lips, or to make up or assemble something (especially money for a prize).

Purse meaning with examples

• She opened her purse and pulled out her wallet to pay for the groceries. Her sleek, leather purse complemented her elegant outfit perfectly. After fumbling around for it, she retrieved her house keys from her purse. The designer purse was a status symbol for many celebrities. He won the game, and got a large sum of money in his purse.
• The artist carefully *pursed* her lips, concentrating intensely on the delicate brushstrokes. As the movie ended, she slowly *pursed* her lips, a sad expression crossing her face. A slight smile *pursed* her lips, as her crush walked by. He *pursed* his lips, trying to contain his laughter during the funny joke. She *pursed* her lips, when she had nothing to say.
• The community *pursed* the money for a new playground for the children. They have to purse the funding for their next charity event. After the tragedy, the local church *pursed* resources to provide relief. The city plans to purse funds from various grants and donations. The sponsors have to purse the money, because it costs much money.