purchase

buying

1. B2Countable

   something that you buy

   • What method would you prefer to use to pay for your purchases?

   • This is a significant purchase.

   • Our purchasing decisions were affected by the recent market changes.

2. B2CountableUncountable

   the act of buying something

   • New limitations have been placed on the purchase of firearms.

   • A home is typically the most expensive purchase most individuals make in their lifetime.

   • Entering this contest does not require any purchase.

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hold

1. UncountableSingular

   a firm hold that allows someone or something to be pulled or lifted without sliding or falling

   • Climbers need a good purchase to safely ascend.

   • She adjusted her stance to get a better purchase on the slippery floor.

1. B2Transitive

   to buy something

   • Plane tickets must be purchased three months in advance.

   • In some countries, it's illegal for companies to purchase their own stock.

   • She purchased a new car with her bonus.

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