purpose

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purpose
ˈpəːpəs Listen
Meanings
noun
  • the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.
    E.g. the purpose of the meeting is to appoint a trustee
  • a person's sense of resolve or determination.
    E.g. there was a new sense of purpose in her step as she set off
verb
  • have as one's intention or objective.
    E.g. God has allowed suffering, even purposed it

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