general-purpose
adjective
gen·er·al-pur·pose
ˈjen-rəl-ˈpər-pəs 
ˈje-nə-
: suitable to be used for two or more basic purposes
Examples of general-purpose in a Sentence
a general-purpose glue for routine household repairs
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Gemini similarly offers a general-purpose Flash series and a Pro series for more complicated tasks.
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Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
While the general-purpose Gemini 2.5 Flash has left preview, the Pro version is lagging behind.
—ArsTechnica, 5 June 2025
Any general-purpose flower and vegetable fertilizer will do, providing lush growth and bright blooms.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
As general-purpose software shows limitations in addressing specialized needs, vertical solutions—tools designed for a specific industry or business function—are emerging as powerful drivers of transformation.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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Ruben Circelli, PC Magazine, 5 June 2025
While the general-purpose Gemini 2.5 Flash has left preview, the Pro version is lagging behind.
—ArsTechnica, 5 June 2025
Any general-purpose flower and vegetable fertilizer will do, providing lush growth and bright blooms.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
As general-purpose software shows limitations in addressing specialized needs, vertical solutions—tools designed for a specific industry or business function—are emerging as powerful drivers of transformation.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for general-purpose
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“General-purpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general-purpose. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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