Advertisement
Vocabulary Entry
purse
|noun • verb
Advertisement
N
noun
A small bag used to carry money and personal items.
Example Sentences
"She reached into her purse to find her keys."
"His wallet was too bulky, so he switched to a smaller purse."
"The purse was made of leather and had a stylish design."
V
verb
To contract the lips or mouth into a pucker, often to show disapproval or concentration.
Example Sentences
"She pursed her lips in thought before answering."
"He tended to purse his mouth when he was annoyed."
"The child pursed her lips to show she was displeased with the meal."