purchase

transitive verb

To obtain in exchange for money or its equivalent; buy.

transitive verb

To acquire by effort; earn.

transitive verb

To pull or haul by means of a mechanical device, such as a winch.

noun

The act or an instance of buying.

noun

Something bought.

noun

A hold or position that allows the application of power, as in moving something.

noun

A device, such as a pulley, used to obtain mechanical advantage.

noun

A means or advantage that allows the increase of power or influence.