as in bag
a container for carrying money and small personal items
I left my purse at home, so I can't buy anything after all
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Recent Examples of purse
The purse has racked up more than 5,600 perfect ratings from Amazon shoppers, including several avid travelers.
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Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This leather and raffia purse is a dead ringer for Witherspoon’s and comes in two wear-with-anything neutrals that’ll work with virtually any vacation look.
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Ali Faccenda,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
Shop everyday purses, travel bags, packing cubes, and more, all at Amazon from $36.
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Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla seemed to also get the pink memo, donning a hot pink Fiona Clare long sleeve number with a clutch purse and a diamond necklace that was reportedly gifted by a former Duchess of Kent to Queen Victoria, who eventually passed the jeweled accessory to Queen Mary.
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Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
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Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
This leather and raffia purse is a dead ringer for Witherspoon’s and comes in two wear-with-anything neutrals that’ll work with virtually any vacation look.
—
Ali Faccenda,
InStyle,
16 June 2026
Shop everyday purses, travel bags, packing cubes, and more, all at Amazon from $36.
—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
Meanwhile, Queen Camilla seemed to also get the pink memo, donning a hot pink Fiona Clare long sleeve number with a clutch purse and a diamond necklace that was reportedly gifted by a former Duchess of Kent to Queen Victoria, who eventually passed the jeweled accessory to Queen Mary.
—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for purse
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Airlines will sometimes even measure your bag to enforce the size restrictions.
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Transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container or zip-top bag.
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The monumental matchup will be televised on ESPN and for those without traditional cable, Sling TV offers one of the most wallet-friendly ways to watch live online.
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Plus, the minimalist design is easy to wear day or night, and can fit your phone, passport, wallet, and other essentials.
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“Purse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purse. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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