Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • A seaweed, Alaria esculenta.

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  • noun Plural form of purse.

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Examples

  • Having several purses is a great way to ensure that no matter the outfit, mood, or occasion, you? ll always have the perfect accessory.

    Gigi Photo | SciFi, Fantasy & Horror Collectibles 2009

  • Yes, over a third of the collection falls into the $24.95 - $49.95 range, but it's all jewelry, scarves, belts and coin purses - most of which are trashy as hell, but that's to be expected of cheaply made accessories.

    Alexandra Sinderbrand: Don't Do the Choo Alexandra Sinderbrand 2010

  • Will this have any effect on the people who already make tote bags and purses from the juice pouches?

    TerraCycle Turns Kraft Packaging into New Products 2008

  • Many people carry their stars with them, tucked into compartments in purses or wallets.

    Sunday Scribblings-New 2008

  • First stop was the Accessories Suite, which had the best in purses, watches and shoes.

    In Style Magazine Hosts a Day of Luxury at The Golden Globes Gift Suite 2007

  • Electronics makers, wireless operators and cell phone technology firms are betting big money that consumers on the go will soon clamor for TVs that they can tote in purses and pockets.

    Smart Mobs » Blog Archive » Roland’s Sunday Smart Trends #95 2006

  • Che Che New York brand manager Lai Kwee Chin said the coin purses are often bought as gifts or as accessories for handbags.

    unknown title 2008

  • Che Che New York brand manager Lai Kwee Chin said the coin purses are often bought as gifts or as accessories for handbags.

    unknown title 2008

  • Brazen eye-catchers by the reign of Henry VIII, codpieces achieved their greatest elaboration and scale, sometimes doing double duty as coin purses or a place to conceal letters or poisons.

    Crack Attack! 2010

  • Brazen eye-catchers by the reign of Henry VIII, codpieces achieved their greatest elaboration and scale, sometimes doing double duty as coin purses or a place to conceal letters or poisons.

    Michael Henry Adams: Crack Attack! 2010

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  • purses is a kind of seaweed; purse; however, has (apparently) nothing to do with seaweed--unlesss I missed it in the definitions.

    June 8, 2016