Purchase
/ˈpɜːrtʃəs/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe acquisition of an asset or item for money; buying.
/ˈpɜːrtʃəs/
The act of buying something.
The purchase of the new car was a major decision for the family.
💡 Simply: It's what you do when you buy something. Like, when you buy a cool toy at the store, that's a purchase!
👶 For kids: When you use money to buy something, like a toy!
More Examples
They made a purchase at the online store.
The purchase price of the house was higher than expected.
How It's Used
"The company made a large purchase of new equipment."
"I made a quick purchase at the grocery store."
To acquire something by paying for it.
/ˈpɜːrtʃəs/
To buy something.
She purchased a beautiful dress for the party.
💡 Simply: To get something by paying money for it. Like, when you purchase a snack at the movies, you're buying it!
👶 For kids: When you use your money to get something.
More Examples
I plan to purchase a new phone next week.
They purchased the property from a private owner.
How It's Used
"The company purchased new office furniture."
"I purchased a new book online."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
proof of purchase
Documentation that proves something was bought.
"You'll need proof of purchase to return the item."
From Old French *purchacier* (to procure, acquire), ultimately from Latin *procurare* (to take care of, manage).
Originally used more broadly for acquisition, not just through monetary exchange. Now almost exclusively related to buying.
Memory tip
Think of it like a 'purse' - you use money to buy something and put it in your purse.
Word Origin
"To procure, acquire, or take care of."