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

Mattresses and furniture line the walls and there are bins full of purses and shoes. — Debbie Elliott, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026

The defense says Bickham was touching passengers' purses, appeared intoxicated and smelled of alcohol. — Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 19 Sep. 2026

This Barbie calendar comes complete with a new full-sized doll, and each day brings a new accessory or outfit addition, such as sunglasses, purses, jewelry, shoes, and more. — Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 17 Sep. 2026

At these events, Susie repairs leather items, such as belts and purses, even leather vests and jackets, but usually not shoes. — Lydia Davis, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2026

Don’t leave these products in purses, backpacks, bedside tables, kitchen cabinets or other places children can access. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026

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