purchase
/pˈɝtʃʌs/
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Definitions
Noun
the acquisition of something for payment; "they closed the purchase with a handshake"
Noun
something acquired by purchase
Noun
a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage; "he could get no purchase on the situation"
Noun
the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
Verb
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction; "The family purchased a new car"; "The conglomerate acquired a new company"; "She buys for the big department store"