General Definition: 1. An object with a knob, button or appendage on top that is twisted, wound or manipulated in some way, such as a fastener on a bag, or any object or any action directly or indirectly associated with this, particularly a purse. As a Noun: 1. A very small bag that people, usually women, keep their money in. English = purse. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To open a purse.