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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 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

In the multipurpose room, where a free lunch was being prepared, Larry Fazio called out bingo numbers for early arrivals.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 10, 2025

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

After Mass, we accompanied Papa to a fund-raising in the multipurpose hall next to the church building.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie



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