purpose

US /ˈpɚpəs/

UK /'pɜ:pəs/

A2

noun

  • Reason for which something is done; aim; goal
  • A person's sense of resolve or determination.
  • Determination; resolve.
  • The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.
  • The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.
  • The use to which something is put.

other

  • Have as one's intention or objective.
  • Have as one's intention or objective.
  • To intend or resolve to do something.

adverb

  • Intentionally; deliberately.
  • With clear intention or determination.

other

  • The use to which something is put.