26984 words

purchase

9 definitions • 24 examples
1
to buy something:

Examples:

Tickets must be purchased two weeks in advance.
Except under clearly defined circumstances, it is illegal in Britain for a company to purchase its own shares.
She purchased her first house with the money.
2
something that you buy:

Examples:

How do you wish to pay for your purchases?
a major purchase
3
the act of buying something:

Examples:

New restrictions have been placed on the purchase of guns.
A house is the most expensive purchase that most people ever make.
No purchase is necessary for you to enter this competition.
This product may be frozen. If required, freeze on day of purchase.
4
a firm hold that allows someone or something to be pulled or lifted without sliding or falling:

Examples:

Dancers use a special powder on their shoes to help them get a better purchase on the floor.
5
to buy something:

Examples:

To qualify for this fare, you must purchase your ticket 21 days in advance.
6
Purchase can also mean the act of buying:

Examples:

[ U ] You can apply the value of your old car to the purchase of a new one.
7
something that you buy:

Examples:

How do you wish to pay for your purchases?
a big/major purchase A car is a major purchase.
8
the act of buying something:

Examples:

No purchase is necessary for you to enter this competition.
If you wish to make a purchase, we will require your credit card details.
Tax on the purchase of medical equipment can be reclaimed.
This product may be frozen. If required, freeze on day of purchase.
Similar products are available for purchase in the gift shop.
house/ticket/share purchase
9
to buy something:

Examples:

Tickets must be purchased two weeks in advance.
purchase sth for $100/£2000, etc. The company was purchased for £3.5 billion.
purchase sth at sth Class A shares may be purchased at the offering price.
purchase sth from sth The batteries can be purchased from any electrical store.

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