all-purpose feature
nounUK /ˌɔːlˈpɜːpəs ˈfiːtʃə/
US /ˌɔːlˈpɜːrpəs ˈfiːtʃər/
A thing that can do many different jobs.
The new phone has an all-purpose feature that lets you take pictures, play music, and check the weather.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A software option that works for many kinds of tasks.
The app's all-purpose feature lets you edit photos, videos, and text in one place.
3. A design element that serves several purposes at once.
The kitchen's all-purpose feature is a table that can be used for eating, working, and storing things.
4. A characteristic that is useful in many situations.
Patience is an all-purpose feature of a good teacher.