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Original entry ↗To make a vibrating sound in its throat when contented or in certain other conditions. · To say (something) in a throaty, seductive manner. · To make a vibrating throaty sound, as from pleasure. · To spend time enjoying and expressing pleasure (over something); to coo; to enthuse.
Vibrating sound made by a cat. · Alternative form of period.
The vibrating sound made by a cat in its throat when contented. · A throaty, seductive sound of pleasure made by a person. · The low consistent rumble made by an engine at slow speed
Onomatopoeic.
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