purse
Translation
purse, handbag
Examples
She opened her purse to find her keys.
She opened her purse to find her keys.
The winner will receive a large purse.
The winner will receive a large purse.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) purse a small bag used by women to carry money and personal items. She couldn't find her wallet in her purse.
a prize purse an amount of money offered as a prize in a competition. The boxing match had a million-pound purse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: handbag, wallet, pocketbook
Etymology
From Late Latin 'bursa' (leather bag), from Greek 'bursa' (hide, leather).
Memory Tips
A nurse carries a purse. The rhyming sound can help you remember.