Purchas

[ pur-chuhs ]

noun

1. Samuel, 1575?–1626, English writer and editor of travel books.

Example Sentences

Purchas mentions a queen in the country of Sheromogula whose name was Manchika.

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The name of Perkes was variously spelled “Purkis” and “Purchas.”

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June 22nd, morgaged my late purchas to Mr. Richard White for 30, to be received within a few dayes.

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Thus in long-winded meed of praise writes Master Samuel Purchas.

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As his footsteps sounded on the companion ladder, Purchas emerged from the cabin occupied by Potter, and joined him.

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