multidirectional

American

[muhl-tee-di-rek-shuh-nl, -dahy-rek-, muhl-tahy-] / ˌmʌl ti dɪˈrɛk ʃə nl, -daɪˈrɛk-, ˌmʌl taɪ- /

adjective

extending or operating in several directions at the same time; functioning or going in more than one direction.

a multidirectional stereo speaker system.

Etymology

Origin of multidirectional

First recorded in 1940–45; multi- + directional

Example Sentences

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Multidirectional brushstrokes mold and dimple the paint, which is gritty with textures, arousing our sense of touch.

From Washington Post • Oct. 6, 2022

Multidirectional lights along an exterior wall of your house or mounted on a fence are also effective ways to brighten multiple spaces.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2022

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