English主要词典
purr
Universal Words
verb
1 [V] when a cat purrs, it makes a low continuous sound in the throat, especially when it is happy or comfortable:
The cat was purring contentedly on my lap.
2 [V] (of a machine or vehicle) to make a low continuous sound; to move making such a sound:
a purring engine * The car purred away.
3 to speak in a low and gentle voice, for example to show you are happy or satisfied, or because you want to attract sb or get them to do sth:
[V] He was purring with satisfaction. [also Vspeech]۠
purr (also purring) noun [sing.]:
the purr of a contented cat / a car engine