1. [verb] To convey, imply, or profess outwardly (often falsely).
2. [verb] (construed with to) To intend.
3. [noun] Import, intention or purpose
4. [noun] (obsolete) disguise; covering
5. [noun] The intended meaning of a communication.
6. [noun] The pervading meaning or tenor; 'caught the general drift of the conversation'.
7. [verb] Have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming; 'The letter purports to express people's opinion'.
8. [verb] Propose or intend; 'I aim to arrive at noon'.
