purse

container

1. A2Countable

   A small container, typically used by women, for carrying money.

   • She took some change out of her leather purse.

   • Her purse was full of cash and credit cards.

   • She put her keys and purse on the table.

2. Countable

   A handbag, especially one used by women.

   • She bought a new stylish purse.

   • She carried all her essentials in her purse.

   • The purse matches her shoes.

finance

1. CountableUsually singular

   The total amount of money available for spending by an organization or government.

   • This project will be a large drain on the public purse.

   • The government needs to manage the public purse carefully.

   • Increasing taxes will help to expand the public purse.

reward

1. Countable

   An amount of money offered as a prize in a sports competition.

   • The purse for the boxing match was one million dollars.

   • Many athletes were eager to compete for the large purse.

   • He won the tournament and took home the entire purse.

1. Transitive

   To tighten your lips together into a rounded shape, often expressing disapproval.

   • She pursed her lips when she heard the news.

   • He pursed his lips in disagreement.

   • She pursed her lips and looked serious.