purr

Meanings

• Noun

  The sound made by a cat when it is content and relaxed.

  - "The cat made a contented purr when it was stroked."
  - "The sound of the purring cat was soothing."

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Pronunciation

1. /pɜː(ɹ)/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with purr
curse , nurse , verse

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Variants

List of all variants of purr that leads to same result
purr , purrs , purred , purring , purringly

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Etymology

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Old English pyrren, probably imitative.

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Trivia

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1. The Guinness World Record for the longest purr recorded was 28 hours, 15 minutes by a cat named Smokey.

2. Some people believe that purring cats can heal wounds due to the vibrations produced by their purrs.

3. Purring is not unique to cats; some other animals, such as dogs, lions, and cheetahs, can also purr.

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Related Concepts

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1. Cat: The purr is a sound produced by cats, which is often associated with contentment and relaxation.

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Culture

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In literature, the sound of purring cats is often used to convey a sense of comfort and tranquility. In art, purring cats are a common motif in kitsch and popular culture.

How to Memorize "purr"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a contented cat lying on a warm surface, such as a sunny windowsill or a cozy blanket. Visualize the cat's body gently moving in time with its purrs.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'purr' with the feeling of warmth and relaxation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Purring cats bring peace' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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