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1. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions.
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- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. cross-purpose
3. purpose-built
adjective. designed and constructed to serve a particular purpose.
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4. purpose-made
adjective. designed and constructed to serve a particular purpose.
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7. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] what something is used for.
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Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
8. purpose
noun. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose.
Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))
9. purpose
verb. ['ˈpɝːpəs'] propose or intend.
Etymology
- purpose (English)
- purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
- purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))