Purr

(n) /pɜː(r)/

Meaning

(of a cat) make a low continuous vibratory sound expressing contentment.

UK pɜː(r)

US pɜːr

[There's] also a clear link between cat ownership and a lowered risk of strokes or heart problems, as a cat's purr lowers blood pressure.
Cats purr for many more reasons than you would think.
Most people associate a cat's purr with it being happy, but [that's] not always true.
Some cats have a slightly different purr for when [they're] hungry, and mother cats also use their purr to communicate with their newly birthed kittens.
Most unexpectedly, cats sometimes purr when [they're] injured, and [it's] been suggested their purr actually helps their body to heal faster!
Cats have a special 'purr' that can make you feel happy and calm.
A cat's purr can have a calming effect on humans, and some studies suggest that it may even help lower stress.
The cat starts to purr softly.

A Cat Under the TableA small cat sits under the table. She looks up with big green eyes. Cats love small and dark places. A table is a good place for a cat. The cat feels safe under there. She sleeps for many hours each d...Read story

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