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How to say: purpose

Spelling: Purpose Syllables  purpose
US accent
/pˈɜːpəs/
UK accent
/pˈɜːpəs/
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Definition

Definition — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

e.g. “his intent was to provide a new translation”

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