1. (noun)
purpose, intent, intention, aim, design
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
"his intent was to provide a new translation"; "good intentions are not enough"; "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"; "he made no secret of his designs"
2. (noun)
function, purpose, role, use
what something is used for
"the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
3. (noun)
determination, purpose
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
"his determination showed in his every movement"; "he is a man of purpose"
4. (verb)
aim, purpose, purport, propose
propose or intend
"I aim to arrive at noon"
5. (verb)
purpose, resolve
reach a decision
"he resolved never to drink again"
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Definition of 'purpose'
