1. in a pursy manner; with difficulty in breathing; breathlessly or with short breath
Usage: archaic or literary
2. in a manner characteristic of being pursy; with a short, fat, or corpulent appearance or demeanor
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The old man climbed the stairs pursily, stopping frequently to catch his breath.
• He spoke pursily, as though each word required great effort.
• The messenger arrived pursily, having rushed through the streets.
• She moved pursily across the room, her heavy frame slowing her pace.