purse
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A small bag used, especially by women, for carrying money and personal items.
Usage notes
In British English, "purse" usually means a small pouch for coins, while American English uses it to mean a whole handbag.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She dug through her _____ looking for her keys."
Answer: purse
In your own words, what does "purse" mean?
A small bag used, especially by women, for carrying money and personal items.
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