고양이가 기분이 좋아 가르랑거리는 소리를 내다.
(of a cat) make a low continuous vibratory sound expressing contentment
예문:
"The kitten began to purr as soon as I scratched behind its ears."
"You can tell the cat is happy because it won't stop purring."
자동차나 기계가 부드럽고 낮은 소리를 내며 작동하다.
(of a vehicle or engine) move or run smoothly while making a low vibratory sound
예문:
"The luxury sedan's engine purred as it accelerated onto the highway."
"After the tune-up, the old motorcycle finally purred like new."
만족스럽거나 유혹적인 태도로 나직하고 부드럽게 말하다.
speak in a low, soft voice, especially when expressing contentment or acting seductively
예문:
"'You look wonderful tonight,' he purred into her ear."
"She purred with delight when she saw the diamond ring."
고양이나 기계가 내는 낮고 연속적인 진동음.
a low continuous vibratory sound, typically that made by a cat or vehicle
예문:
"The steady purr of the refrigerator was the only sound in the kitchen."
"I fell asleep to the rhythmic purr of the cat curled up on my chest."