purchase

/pˈɝtʃəs/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. the acquisition of something for payment
   “they closed the purchase with a handshake”
2. something acquired by purchase
3. a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage
   “he could get no purchase on the situation”
4. the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever

verb

1. obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
   “The family purchased a new car”

Synonyms for purchase

• leverage
• buy

Words that rhyme with purchase

• repurchase