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Meaning of purrs

noun

The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented.
A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person.
The low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed

verb

Of a cat, to make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented.
To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner.
To make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure. Example: He purred like a kitten when she massaged his neck.
(of an engine) To make a low and consistent rumbling sound.

Source: Free Dictionary API.

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