Definitions
Reason, aim, or intended result of an action.
Word origin
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”).
Used in a sentence
“What is the purpose of your visit?”
“The device can be used for both civilian and military purposes.”
“The exceptionally small gate-leg table served the purpose of a tea table admirably.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Reason for doing something”7 letters
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