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all–purpose
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all–purpose
(adjective)
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all–purpose
/
ˈ
ɑːl
ˈ
pɚpəs/
adjective
all–purpose
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ˈ
ɑːl
ˈ
pɚpəs/
adjective
Learner's definition of ALL–PURPOSE
always used before a noun
:
suitable for many uses
an
all-purpose
tool/knife/cleanser
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all-purpose
flour
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