general-purpose platform

noun

UK /ˈdʒɛnərəl ˈpɜːpəs ˈplætfɔːm/

US /ˈdʒɛnərəl ˈpɜːrpəs ˈplætfɔːrm/

A general-purpose platform is a base that can do many different jobs, not just one.

The toy box is a general-purpose platform for building cars, houses, and robots.

SYNONYMS

versatile base all-purpose framework multi-use system flexible foundation

RELATED WORDS

infrastructure toolkit environment backbone

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In computing, a system that supports many kinds of software and tasks.

The operating system is a general-purpose platform for running apps.

3. A business or technology base used for many products or services.

The company built a general-purpose platform to launch new services quickly.

4. A physical structure designed for multiple uses.

The stage is a general-purpose platform for concerts and speeches.