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Purchases Meaning in English

word · lemma: purchase

ˈpɝtʃəsəz/, /ˈpɝtʃəsɪz
PUR-chuh-siz
pˈɜːtʃɪsɪz
PUR-chuh-siz

Definition

Items or products that someone has bought. It can also refer to the action of buying things.

Usage & Nuances

'Purchases' is a formal or businesslike word, commonly used in shopping, finance, or accounting contexts. It usually refers to things bought, often in plural. Don't confuse with 'purse' (a small bag). Common collocations: 'make purchases', 'online purchases', 'big purchases'.

Example Sentences

The store records all purchases made by customers.

basic

She keeps her purchases in a shopping bag.

basic

My online purchases arrived today.

basic

Large purchases like cars or furniture usually take a lot of planning.

natural

Can you email me the receipt for your business purchases?

natural

Impulse purchases often happen when you shop while hungry.

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