THESAURUS

Purr Thesaurus

(intransitive, of a cat) To make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented or in certain other conditions.

Synonyms for Purr

Depending on context, synonyms include whirr, whiz, whizz, whir, birr.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include whir, whizz, birr, whirr, whiz, puss.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is another word for purr?

Possible synonyms include whirr, whiz, whizz, whir, birr.

Can every synonym replace purr?

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