multipurposething
nounUK /ˌmʌltiˈpɜːpəs θɪŋ/
US /ˌmʌltiˈpɜːrpəs θɪŋ/
A multipurposething is a thing that can do many different jobs.
My dad's pocket knife is a real multipurposething because it can cut, open, and fix things.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A tool or gadget designed to serve several functions at once.
The Swiss Army knife is a classic multipurposething for campers.
3. Something useful in many different situations.
A good backpack is a multipurposething for school, trips, and hikes.
4. A person who can handle many different tasks.
Our coach is a multipurposething who can teach, plan, and fix the equipment.