general-purpose
intermediateB1/ˈdʒɛnərəl ˈpɜːrpəs/ · gen-er-al pur-pose
designed for a broad range of applications or purposes.
Meanings
designed for a broad range of applications or purposes.
ایسی چیز جو متعدد مقاصد یا کاموں کے لیے ڈیزائن کی گئی ہو۔
عام مقصد
aam maqsad
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- general-purpose tool
- general-purpose software
- general-purpose machine
Example Sentences
This is a general-purpose software that can be used for various tasks.
یہ ایک عام مقصد کا سافٹ ویئر ہے جو مختلف کاموں کے لیے استعمال کیا جا سکتا ہے۔
Yeh aik aam maqasd ka software hai jo mukhtalif kaamon ke liye istemal kiya ja sakta hai.
General-purpose vehicles are designed to serve many functions.
عام مقصد کے گاڑیاں کئی کاموں کے لیے ڈیزائن کی گئی ہیں۔
Aam maqsad ke gaariyan kai kaamon ke liye design ki gayi hain.
The general-purpose nature of this tool makes it ideal for everyday tasks.
اس اوزار کی عام مقصد کی نوعیت اسے ہر روز کے کاموں کے لیے مثالی بناتی ہے۔
Is auzaar ki aam maqasd ki nawaiyat ise har roz ke kaamon ke liye misaali banati hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a Swiss Army knife that serves multiple tasks.
Imagine a toolbox filled with tools for various purposes.
📖 Etymology
Origin: English "general + purpose" — describing a broad, all-encompassing function
First known use: 20th century
The term 'general-purpose' has been used to describe tools, objects, or systems that can serve multiple applications since the mid-20th century.