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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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The project, agreed in principle with the Fujairah Ports Authority under a 50-year concession, includes a container and multipurpose terminal and a general-cargo terminal, the global ports operator said Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 23, 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

The co-founder of Knighthead Capital Management also spoke extensively about Birmingham's Sport Quarter development plans, which include a proposed multipurpose 62,000-seat stadium.

From BBC Oct. 1, 2025

Every day at break, we meet behind the row of extra classrooms next to the multipurpose room.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée



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