dual-purpose

adjective

du·​al-purpose ˈdü-əl-ˈpər-pəs How to pronounce dual-purpose (audio)
 also  ˈdyü-
: having breed characteristics that serve two purposes
dual-purpose cattle that supply milk and meat

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These dual-purpose boards offer a flat surface for assembling puzzles and include sliding drawers (usually found on the sides) for sorting and storing pieces. Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025 This works because soap creates a convenient, dual-purpose storage and maintenance solution for sewing tools, especially for DIY enthusiasts or crafters. Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2025 This dual-purpose approach makes mining accessible to everyday users, democratizing bitcoin production and enabling individuals to earn bitcoin without relying on centralized exchanges. Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 From the coveted world of fashion, Lisa ventured into dual-purpose, luxurious fragrances that multi-task as a skin-safe, replenishing bug-repellant – the BUZZ. Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025 This dual-purpose product is perfect for achieving lasting curls, shielding your strands from high temperatures without leaving a white residue or sticky feel behind. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 19 Dec. 2024 Featuring a stylish, classic plush outer design and an interior circular heating element that surrounds hands with warmth, this dual-purpose bag is ideal for many outdoor activities. Debra Pamplin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024 Covergirl Clean Fresh Tinted Lip Balm $8 $6 at Amazon Mallorie Hammond, an United Airlines flight attendant for the past 11 years, believes the best lip balms are dual-purpose. Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2024 This dual-purpose approach allows small businesses to: 1. Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dual-purpose was in 1904

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“Dual-purpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dual-purpose. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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