purpose
Translation
purpose, aim, objective
Examples
What is the purpose of your visit?
What is the purpose of your visit?
He has a strong sense of purpose.
He has a strong sense of purpose.
Grammar Patterns
the purpose of ((sth.)) the reason for which something is done or created. What is the purpose of this meeting?
on purpose intentionally. He broke the vase on purpose.
Similar Words
Synonyms: aim, goal, objective, intention
Etymology
From Old French 'porpos' (proposal), from 'porposer' (to propose), from 'por-' (forth) + 'poser' (to put). Literally 'that which is put forth'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'propose'. When you propose something, you state its purpose or intention.