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universal
[ yoo-nuh-vur-suhl ]
/ ˌyu nəˈvɜr səl /
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Origin of universal
synonym study for universal
5. See general.
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universal
/ (ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl) /
adjective
noun
Derived forms of universal
universalness, nounusage for universal
The use of more universal as in his writings have long been admired by fellow scientists, but his latest book should have more universal appeal is acceptable in modern English usage
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