purr
Pronunciation:
/pɜː(ɹ)/noun
Definitions
The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented.
A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person.
The low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed
verb
Definitions
Of a cat, to make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented.
To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner.
To make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure.
Example: He purred like a kitten when she massaged his neck.
(of an engine) To make a low and consistent rumbling sound.
interjection
Definitions
Throat vibrating sound made by a cat.