Definition of "purpose"
noun:
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An object to be reached; a target; an aim; a goal.
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A result that is desired; an intention.
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The act of intending to do something; resolution; determination.
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The subject of discourse; the point at issue.
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The reason for which something is done, or the reason it is done in a particular way.
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verb:
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Have set as one's purpose; resolve to accomplish; intend; plan.
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(passive) Designed for some purpose.
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To have a purpose or intention; to discourse.
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