multi-purpose
|mul/ti/pur/pose|
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/ˌmʌltiˈpɜːrpəs/
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/ˌmʌltiˈpɜːpəs/
many uses
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-purpose' originates from the prefix 'multi-' meaning 'many' and the word 'purpose' meaning 'intended use'.
Historical Evolution
'multi-purpose' evolved from the combination of 'multi-' and 'purpose' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having many purposes', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to be used for several different purposes.
The multi-purpose cleaner can be used on various surfaces.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41