purse
noun
purseless
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a word derived from
purse.
Example Sentences
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Ms. Shaw — purseless — grooved near the front of the stage.
From New York Times ● Nov. 24, 2017
The race would be one-on-one, though not officially a match race; by antiquated racing rules, a match had to be a purseless race.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
It was probably for the best, for this cow town had the reputation of setting a pace that left the wayfarer purseless and breathless, to say nothing about headaches.
From The Log of a Cowboy A Narrative of the Old Trail Days by Andy Adams
My case was precisely that of the purseless traveller, who, we are told, can sing before the robber, just as if want ever suggested melody, or that being poor was a reason for song.
From A Day's Ride A Life's Romance by Charles James Lever
A dozen rattling thuds were heard and a dozen officers saluting, purseless, rode away.
From Rolf in the Woods by Ernest Thompson Seton
