Purse: meaning, definitions and examples
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purse
[ pɜːrs ]
fashion accessory
A purse is a small bag used by women to carry personal items such as money, keys, and cosmetics. Purses come in various styles, materials, and sizes, and are often used as a fashion statement.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She always carries her purse with her wherever she goes.
- I need to buy a new purse to match my outfit.
money holder
In British English, a purse can also refer to a small bag used to hold coins and banknotes. It is often carried in a pocket or handbag for easy access to money.
Synonyms
coin purse, money pouch, wallet
Examples of usage
- He reached into his purse to pay for the coffee.
- She keeps her spare change in her purse.
Translations
Translations of the word "purse" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bolsa
- carteira
- bolsa de mão
🇮🇳 पर्स
- बटुआ
- थैली
🇩🇪 Geldbörse
- Handtasche
- Portemonnaie
🇮🇩 dompet
🇺🇦 гаманець
🇵🇱 portfel
🇯🇵 財布 (さいふ)
🇫🇷 porte-monnaie
🇪🇸 monedero
- bolso
- cartera
🇹🇷 cüzdan
🇰🇷 지갑
🇸🇦 محفظة
🇨🇿 peněženka
🇸🇰 peňaženka
🇨🇳 钱包 (qiánbāo)
🇸🇮 denarnica
🇮🇸 veski
🇰🇿 әмиян
🇬🇪 საფულე
🇦🇿 pul kisəsi
🇲🇽 monedero
- bolso
- cartera
Word origin
The word 'purse' originated from the Old English word 'purs', which in turn came from the Medieval Latin word 'bursa', meaning 'bag' or 'pouch'. The concept of carrying personal items in a small bag dates back centuries, with purses evolving in style and function over time to become the fashion accessories we know today.