What does PURRS mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "purrs": Parts of Speech

Noun, verb

Definitions

Noun: A low, continuous, vibrating sound made by a cat or other animal.

Verb: (of a cat or other animal) Make a low, continuous, vibrating sound.

Pronunciations

US: /pərz/

UK: /pɜːz/

Origin and Usage

The word "purrs" is believed to have originated from the Middle English word "purren." Its first known usage was in the 16th century. The word is commonly used to describe the sound that cats and other animals make when they are content or happy.

Synonyms

Hum, drone, buzz, vibrate

Related Words

Meows, growl, snarl, chirp, tweet

Example Sentences

Noun: The cats purrs were soothing to the stressed-out owner.

Verb: The contented cat purrs as it snuggles with its owner.