Meaning of the word purchase in English

What does purchase mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

purchase

US /ˈpɝː.tʃəs/

UK /ˈpɝː.tʃəs/

the action of buying something, or the item bought

Example:

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She made a large purchase at the department store.

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Keep your receipt as proof of purchase.

Synonym:

acquisition buy deal bargain procurement

firm grasp or footing on something

Example:

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The climber struggled to get a good purchase on the slippery rock.

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The tires lost their purchase on the icy road.

Synonym:

grip hold foothold leverage traction

to acquire something by paying for it; buy

Example:

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We plan to purchase a new car next month.

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The company decided to purchase new equipment.

Synonym:

buy acquire procure obtain invest in

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