Synonyms of purses

purses

noun

plural of purse

as in bags

a container for carrying money and small personal items

I left my purse at home, so I can't buy anything after all

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bags
• wallets
• handbags
• pocketbooks
• pouches
• billfolds
• vanities
• clutches
• minaudières
• clutch bags
• compacts
• sacks
• shoulder bags
• pokes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of purses

Some shoppers say these earrings also clip easily onto their purses as chic and elevated bag charms. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2026

From anti-theft purses that look like chic handbags to polished trousers that feel more like comfy sweatpants, these styles are versatile, functional, and comfortable to boot—and prices start at just $8. — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026

Accel Entertainment bought Fairmount for $35 million in 2024, started with video gambling, and was spending $3 million to roll out table games this year, while boosting purses by $500,000, attracting more horses and trainers. — Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

The women received jewelry totaling more than $1,000, designer purses, guns, shoes, flowers, a laptop and cellphone, as well as vacations, tickets to performances, and one-on-one dinners. — ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026

Launched in 2022 with an initial $400 million investment, LIV Golf looked to rival the PGA Tour by featuring $250 million in prize purses, with no less of an aim than to shake the foundations of the sport. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

Use them on the patio to stash bug spray, sunscreen, and gardening gloves out of sight, or bring them indoors to a mudroom or entryway to organize pet leashes, shoes, purses, and other grab-and-go essentials. — Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2026

And a player, Charles Howell III, confirmed Tuesday that players have yet to be paid for purses earned at LIV Golf New York two weeks ago. — Brody Miller, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Being in the top 50 is of utmost importance as those players now get into all the signature events on the PGA Tour for 2027, which have larger purses and more FedEx Cup points available. — Mike Fore, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026