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single-purpose

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/ˈsɪŋɡl ˈpɜːrpəs/ · sin-gle-pur-pose

Designed for a single specific use or function.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

Designed for a single specific use or function.

ایک خاص استعمال یا مقصد کے لیے بنایا گیا۔

یک مقصدی

ik maqasdi

Synonyms

specific-purposededicatedunifunctionalخاص مقصدیمتخصصاکیلا

Antonyms

multi-purposeversatilegeneralمکمل مقصدیچندشتہعَمَل

Common Collocations

  • single-purpose tools
  • single-purpose devices
  • single-purpose apps

Example Sentences

The new kitchen gadget is a single-purpose tool designed for slicing vegetables.

نیا کچن گیجٹ سبزیوں کو کاٹنے کے لیے ایک مقصدی ٹول ہے۔

Naya kitchen gadget sabzion ko kaatne ke liye ek maqasdi tool hai.

In the office, we often use single-purpose devices to keep tasks efficient.

دفتر میں، ہم اکثر کاموں کو موثر رکھنے کے لیے یک مقصدی آلات استعمال کرتے ہیں۔

Daftar mein, hum aksar kaamon ko mo'asar rakhne ke liye ik maqasdi alaatein istemal karte hain.

Single-purpose applications can be more user-friendly than multifunctional ones.

یک مقصدی ایپلیکیشنز کئی مقصدی ایپلیکیشنز کی بجائے زیادہ صارف دوست ہو سکتی ہیں۔

Ik maqasdi applications kai maqasdi applications ki bajaye zyada sarif dost ho sakti hain.

Easily Confused With

multi-purpose:Multi-purpose refers to items designed for multiple uses, while single-purpose is limited to one.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a tool that only serves one job, like a can opener.

Visualize a device that only opens cans, emphasizing its single function.

🗣️ Urdu Proverb

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "single + purpose" — one + intention/goal

First known use: 20th century

The term 'single-purpose' combines 'single,' meaning one or individual, with 'purpose,' indicating an intention or goal. This construct has been used in various fields to describe objects designed for a specific function.