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multipurpose

[muhl-tee-pur-puhs, muhl-tahy-] / ˌmʌl tiˈpɜr pəs, ˌmʌl taɪ- /
ADJECTIVE
able to be used for several purposes
Synonyms
STRONGEST
multifunction multiuse useful
STRONG
WEAK
Antonyms
STRONG
single-serving single-use


Example Sentences

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The trial was held in Saldanha's Multipurpose Centre to cater for the huge public interest.

From BBC • May 2, 2025

The company is headquartered in the Multipurpose Research Building on the UCR campus.

From Science Daily • Feb. 27, 2024

There's also TJ's Mushroom & Company Multipurpose Umami Seasoning Blend, which is a wonderful substitute for Top Ramen packaged seasoning.

From Salon • Feb. 10, 2023

“I haven’t been thrilled with Villanueva,” said Abbey Jaeger, a West L.A. resident who dropped off her ballot at the Felicia Mahood Multipurpose Center on Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2022

The launch of Nauka, also called the Multipurpose Laboratory Module, had been repeatedly delayed because of technical problems.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 21, 2021



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