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purring

/pɜːrɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does purring mean?

verb

The sound made by a cat, typically a low, continuous humming noise, often indicating contentment or relaxation. To make this sound.

Example

"The cat began purring loudly as it sat on my lap."

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