all purpose vs multipurpose

Both 'all purpose' and 'multipurpose' are correct phrases used to describe something that is suitable for many different uses. 'All purpose' is more commonly used in everyday language, while 'multipurpose' is often used in technical or formal contexts.

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all purpose

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to describe something that is suitable for many different uses.

This phrase is used to describe products or items that can be used for a wide range of purposes.

Examples:

This cleaner is all purpose and can be used on multiple surfaces.
An all purpose knife is a versatile tool in the kitchen.

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The PRO-67-B is an excellent all purpose antenna.
Anna Riva's Oil All Purpose, improves the atmosphere and enhances the spell.
The first OVA adaptation, All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku, was directed by Yoshio Ishiwata and released in Japan as six individual episodes on both VHS and Laserdisc from November 1992.
The manga was licensed by ADV Manga and published as a single volume on August 24, 2004 with the name All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku.
1964 Beginner's All Purpose Symbolic Instruction Code (BASIC) is developed at Dartmouth College. 1965
The third adaptation was a 12-episode OVA series called All Purpose Cultural Cat-Girl Nuku Nuku DASH! and also directed by Yoshitaka Fujimoto.
He's heading to the all purpose room.
Types of Courses General Italian: an all purpose course for social and business needs.
Cleaner - Forever Aloe MPD 1.89 L Now there is a biodegradable all purpose cleaner that you can use safely.
Annamaria Gregori - Bologna (Italy) The definition all purpose meal wine is pretty vague and most of the times inappropriate as well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together all purpose flour, baking powder and salt 5.
They are both dressed in their all purpose muslin shifts, and near the window their regular clothing is hung out to dry.
In most kitchens you will find that there is an all purpose knife.
2007-04-06 10:11:49 - The three cs of writing an excellent all purpose headline
Dry: it is perfect for removing cobwebs and dusting carvings, inlaid furniture, cupboards, antiques and those surfaces that are difficult to reach with the MAGIC CLOTH for all purpose.
Indeed the term all purpose meal wine means a wine suited for a non excessively elaborated meal or however made of pretty similar foods both for nature and preparation.
The choice for "all purpose" but pay duty in case of the presence of odds and ends and other animal jammers that can knock out the bait.
This effective, all purpose skin care medicine soothes, heals, and relieves a variety of skin conditions.
Stalker - good/decent against: Void ray, mutalisk, reaper, hellion, corruptor, viking, roach, general all purpose unit.
So with all purpose food you dilute but with orchid food it is already a weak dilution in the instructions.

Alternatives:

versatile
multiuse
general purpose
universal
all-around

multipurpose

This phrase is correct and commonly used, especially in technical or formal contexts, to describe something that is designed for many different uses.

This phrase is often used to describe tools, equipment, or products that are specifically designed to serve multiple functions or purposes.

Examples:

The multipurpose tool can be used for cutting, sawing, and sanding.
This multipurpose room serves as both a guest bedroom and a home office.

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Mr Zylinski told us he ordered you to restock the multipurpose wipes.
Diesel... and that weight multipurpose grease are used on semis.
200 m2 multipurpose facility for activities, conferences and emotional shows.
Diesel... and that weight multipurpose grease are used on semis.
A multipurpose space in Hammamet designed to sample local and international cuisine.
A multipurpose Centre to gather together youth, and more.
Is a multipurpose tool, like the one the killer used.
P73 POLIERRE VIRACOLOR SOFT is a filling multipurpose putty with high softness, notable hardness and good mechanical resistance.
CReader 8011 is a small-size multipurpose CReader.
More Than Just A Cultivator McCulloch cultivators are a multipurpose garden tool.
Next to the library there is a multipurpose space used for concerts, readings, performances...
LIME SET NY Robust and multipurpose, with excellent quality/ price ratio.
In addition to the sauna you can enjoy the wellness center and numerous multipurpose rooms.
Collamask - Cream Mask anti-wrinkle treatment, Which provides a multipurpose effect on the skin.
It offers a wide range of services highlighting a garage, multipurpose room and security cameras.
Artisanal, made-to-measure installations that suit settings intimate or expansive, functional or multipurpose.
The basement floor of the building includes ancient cellars, multipurpose rooms and a large garage.
Moulds for die casting: used for automotive, furnishings and multipurpose accessories sectors.
PNT 27.14 the "EVERGREEN" multipurpose truck mounted platform.
The multipurpose technology and modular design of our hydraulic damper make it customizable for a variety of applications.

Alternatives:

versatile
multiuse
general purpose
universal
all-around

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