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
Hatch’s antioxidant-rich Nipple + Lip Rescue Butter Balm is a multipurpose hydrator that looks chic and subtle enough to whip out during a meeting but is also gentle enough to be used on sensitive nipples.
—
Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 5 Apr. 2024
Sherwin-Williams Fame Orange (SW 6346) Homeowners EJ and Whit Brown didn't shy away from color in their 1,400-square-foot Florence, Alabama, cabin, washing a multipurpose room (parts entry, laundry, pantry, and storage) in this zingy peach.
—Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2024
The full cleaning kit includes the spray mop, one multipurpose cleaning solution, two mopping pad refills, and two AA batteries to start you off.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024
Under his leadership, the local company transformed itself into a multipurpose health and wellness brand for pets.
—Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
Rooftop and outdoor spaces are now being refitted into multipurpose facilities that can host popular pickleball matches on a rooftop or private greenspaces for relaxation.
—Mark Zettl, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Beyond that, a multipurpose room with a kitchenette, plus a covered patio with benches overlooking the trailhead, could also serve celebratory family functions, with volunteers foreseeing interest for weddings, baby showers and other events ideal for a picturesque setting.
—Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2024
Whether sitting or standing, little ones will certainly be entertained for hours with this multipurpose table set made for engaging in a variety of educational activities.
—Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
The multipurpose vehicle market is seen as a niche market in China, due to targeting wealthy families with more than one child.
—Lionel Lim, Fortune Asia, 4 Mar. 2024
Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 5 Apr. 2024
Sherwin-Williams Fame Orange (SW 6346) Homeowners EJ and Whit Brown didn't shy away from color in their 1,400-square-foot Florence, Alabama, cabin, washing a multipurpose room (parts entry, laundry, pantry, and storage) in this zingy peach.
—Grace Haynes, Southern Living, 20 Mar. 2024
The full cleaning kit includes the spray mop, one multipurpose cleaning solution, two mopping pad refills, and two AA batteries to start you off.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 19 Mar. 2024
Under his leadership, the local company transformed itself into a multipurpose health and wellness brand for pets.
—Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Mar. 2024
Rooftop and outdoor spaces are now being refitted into multipurpose facilities that can host popular pickleball matches on a rooftop or private greenspaces for relaxation.
—Mark Zettl, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023
Beyond that, a multipurpose room with a kitchenette, plus a covered patio with benches overlooking the trailhead, could also serve celebratory family functions, with volunteers foreseeing interest for weddings, baby showers and other events ideal for a picturesque setting.
—Jim Riccioli, Journal Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2024
Whether sitting or standing, little ones will certainly be entertained for hours with this multipurpose table set made for engaging in a variety of educational activities.
—Samantha McIntyre, Parents, 9 Mar. 2024
The multipurpose vehicle market is seen as a niche market in China, due to targeting wealthy families with more than one child.
—Lionel Lim, Fortune Asia, 4 Mar. 2024
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'multipurpose.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
First Known Use
1869, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near multipurpose
Cite this Entry
“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/multipurpose. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
Copy Citation
Kids Definition
multipurpose
adjective
mul·ti·pur·pose
ˌməl-ti-ˈpər-pəs,
-ˌtī-
: having more than one use
multipurpose furniture
More from Merriam-Webster on multipurpose
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share