What is another word for purr?

242 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ pˈɜː], [ pˈɜː], [ p_ˈɜː]

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How to use "Purr" in context?

The word "purr" is derived from the ancient Indo-European root *perh- meaning "to breathe out; to speak." The verb "to purr" is related to the Latin word "puri," meaning "clean." The English suffix "-er" is also used to form other verbs like "burn," "cure," and "crush.

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Synonyms:
bring to a screeching halt.