purpose.
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
Meaning & usage
The end for which something is done, is made or exists.
What is the purpose of your visit?
The device can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
Function, role.
The exceptionally small gate-leg table served the purpose of a tea table admirably.
meaning for existing or doing something.
Resolution; determination.
The subject of discourse; the point at issue.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English purpos, from Old French purposer (“to propose”) (with conjugation altered based on poser), from Latin prō- (“forth”) + pōnere (“place, put”), hence Latin prōpōnō, prōpōnere. By surface analysis, pur- + pose (“halt, pause, put, place”).
To have or set as one's purpose or aim; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.
To have (an) intention, purpose, or design; to intend; to mean.
To discourse.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English purposen, from Old French purposer (“to propose”).
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