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the acquisition of something for payment; "they closed the purchase with a handshake" a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage; "he could get no purchase on the situation" something acquired by purchase the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever 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" |
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