all-purpose

adjective

Meaning

Designed to be used for many different tasks or in many different situations.

Examples

This all-purpose flour is suitable for baking cakes, cookies, and bread.
The military developed an all-purpose vehicle capable of traveling on both land and water.

Synonyms: versatile, multipurpose, general-purpose, multifunctional

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all-purpose

adjective

Pronunciation: ˌɔːlˈpɜːpəs

Definition

Designed to be used for many different tasks or in many different situations.

Examples

This all-purpose flour is suitable for baking cakes, cookies, and bread.
The military developed an all-purpose vehicle capable of traveling on both land and water.
He carries an all-purpose tool that includes a knife, screwdriver, and bottle opener.

Synonyms of all-purpose

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