ronronar
1. (verb) To make a continuous soft vibrating sound, as a cat does when contented
The cat purrs when you pet it.
O gato ronrona quando você o acaricia.
2. (verb) To express contentment or pleasure through such a sound
She purred with satisfaction after the massage.
Ela ronronava de satisfação após a massagem.
3. (noun) The continuous soft sound made by a purring cat
We could hear the purr of the kitten.
Podíamos ouvir o ronrom do gatinho.
4. (verb) To make a similar soft sound, as machinery or an engine
The engine purs smoothly.
O motor ronrona suavemente.
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