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universality

American  
[yoo-nuh-ver-sal-i-tee] / ˌyu nə vərˈsæl ɪ ti /

noun

plural

universalities

  1. the character or state of being universal; existence or prevalence everywhere.

  2. relation, extension, or applicability to all.

  3. universal character or range of knowledge, interests, etc.

universality British  
/ ˌjuːnɪvɜːˈsælɪtɪ /

noun

  1. the state or quality of being universal

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Etymology

Origin of universality

1325–75; Middle English universalite < Late Latin ūniversālitās. See universal, -ity

Vocabulary lists containing universality

Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Suffixes: -ity, -ty

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Universality Olympic qualifying tournament in Budapest, Hungary from April 24-26 postponed to 2021.

From Seattle Times • May 29, 2020

Universality Olympic qualifying tournament in Budapest, Hungary from April 24-26 postponed.

From Washington Times • May 9, 2020

"Universality and gender equality are key in selecting new sports or events but the IOC will also consider an up and coming sport that is gaining in popularity especially with youth," Coates said.

From US News • Feb. 5, 2015

Universality has its benefits The current SAE fast-charging design calls for a hybrid combo that would be backward compatible with the J1772 standard but would also support DC fast-charging through a universal cable.

From Scientific American • Jul. 5, 2011

Universality, by Carl       H. Claudy. © 25Oct35; AA187603.       23Oct63; R326327.

From U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1963 July - December by Library of Congress. Copyright Office

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