Definition of all–purpose
: suited for many purposes or uses
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First Known Use of all–purpose
1867
ALL–PURPOSE Defined for English Language Learners
all-purpose
play
adjective
Definition of all–purpose for English Language Learners
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: suitable for many uses
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