multipurpose

adjective

mul·​ti·​pur·​pose ˌməl-tē-ˈpər-pəs 

-ˌtī-

: serving or able to serve more than one purpose

a multipurpose tool

multipurpose rooms

a multi-purpose cleaner

Examples of multipurpose in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The digital-native brand that has garnered an international following with its minimal designs and price positioning, has zeroed in on a multipurpose, 9,687-square-foot space spanning three levels on the historic Karl-Marx-Allee. —Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025

One reviewer applauded its multipurpose design and used it as a serving tray for hors d'oeuvres and to display their electric candles. —Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025

Rogers privately financed a $300 million renovation of Rogers Centre over nearly two years that transformed the building from its multipurpose sports roots to baseball focused. —Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 2 Nov. 2025

The multipurpose space currently functions as a gym, but could also be used as a spa or additional entertaining area. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multipurpose

• purpose

Kids Definition

multipurpose

adjective

mul·​ti·​pur·​pose

ˌməl-ti-ˈpər-pəs, 

-ˌtī-

: having more than one use

multipurpose furniture