as in general-purpose
having more than one use or purpose
multipurpose furniture The band practiced in the school's multipurpose room.
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Recent Examples of multipurpose
In addition to adding decorative flair to windows and doors, these multipurpose window treatments promote privacy and block light, with many designs offering temperature-regulating and sound-dampening qualities to boot.
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Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025
Landscaped with native greenery, they are envisioned as multipurpose spaces suitable for use as outdoor classrooms, study areas, and places to meet.
—New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2025
At the center of town, behind Grand Blanc High School, is Don Batchelor Field, a 6,000-seat multipurpose stadium where the school’s football team plays.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Browse And Shop For Work By Local Makers At Maker Exchange, a multipurpose public space located by The Tennessean Hotel, Marriott Knoxville Downtown, and World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, bright colors and graphic patterns draw visitors inside.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
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Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2025
Landscaped with native greenery, they are envisioned as multipurpose spaces suitable for use as outdoor classrooms, study areas, and places to meet.
—New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2025
At the center of town, behind Grand Blanc High School, is Don Batchelor Field, a 6,000-seat multipurpose stadium where the school’s football team plays.
—John Wisely, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Browse And Shop For Work By Local Makers At Maker Exchange, a multipurpose public space located by The Tennessean Hotel, Marriott Knoxville Downtown, and World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, bright colors and graphic patterns draw visitors inside.
—Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
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Running from Westinghouse Boulevard to the I-277/Brookshire Freeway, the I-77 south project will transform the highway into three free general-purpose lanes and two variable toll lanes.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
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First, because general-purpose computing made screens so widespread that many worthwhile activities take place on them.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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Developed by researchers from Adelaide University, the method is a universal and scalable to upcycle common plastics — including PET, PVC, polyethylene and polypropylene and their mixtures — into single-atom catalysts (SACs).—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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The analysis suggests that this two-thirds scaling rule could be universal for animals.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Oct. 2025
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The finished material is durable and highly flexible, with adjustable electrical resistance and low surface density.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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The double-breasted jacket has notched lapels, two pockets, adjustable wrist cuffs, and a waist tie.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Also called wild hyacinth or Atlantic camas, this adaptable perennial produces spikes of up to twenty pale blue, pink, or white blooms that open sequentially from the bottom upward.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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Many feature regions with differing mechanical properties, guiding robots with complex, adaptable movements.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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All three celebs proved how versatile a quarter-zip pullover can be by throwing it on during a relaxing night at home, pairing it with sweatpants for a matching set, and dressing it up with slacks.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Chelsea Boots Chaco Fields Chelsea Waterproof For easy, versatile fall footwear, pack a boot that can handle everything from a simple hike to a reservation at a restaurant for dinner.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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