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purpose

('p/[@]/rp/@/s )

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions(noun.cognition)

Synonym:
aim, design, intent, intention

source: wordnet30
what something is used for(noun.attribute)

Synonym:
function, role, use

source: wordnet30
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose(noun.attribute)

Example:
He is a man of purpose.

Synonym:
determination

source: wordnet30
That which a person sets before himself as an object to be reached or accomplished; the end or aim to which the view is directed in any plan, measure, or exertion; view; aim; design; intention; plan.(noun)

source: webster1913

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