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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


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In 2006, overcrowding forced some of the state’s 170,000 prisoners to sleep in hallways and multipurpose rooms.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 13, 2026

The Ernst Baerwald of the novel is a restless prodigy who graduates from an elite Jewish academy run by his father and is sent to Italy for a multipurpose apprenticeship.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

The $25-million restoration, which organizers previously told The Times would be completed next year, includes plans for a restaurant, bar, gallery and a multipurpose space in the lobby for filmmakers and hosting premiere-related events.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 3, 2026

Enter the trifle, a dessert that doesn’t get nearly enough credit for its multipurpose holiday charm.

From Salon Nov. 27, 2025

We meet in the multipurpose lounge, and I grab him a package of his favorite chocolate minidonuts from the vending machine, tossing them to him on his love seat.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott



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