all-purpose
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of all-purpose
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Twenty-nine councils have had their elections postponed this year so they can focus on local government reorganisation, which will see fewer all purpose unitary authorities replace existing councils.
From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026
Jawhar Jordan looks to build on team highs of 815 yards rushing and 1,253 all purpose.
From Washington Times • Aug. 16, 2023
A 5-pound bag of all purpose flour is priced at $2.05, coming in at 41 cents a pound.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2022
According to King Arthur Flour, one cup of all purpose flour equals 120 grams.
From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2016
We all purpose joining you in Paris to-morrow.
From The Albert Gate Mystery Being Further Adventures of Reginald Brett, Barrister Detective by Tracy, Louis
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