multiuse

adjective
mul·​ti·​use | \ ˌməl-tē-ˈyüs How to pronounce multiuse (audio) , -ˌtī-\

Definition of multiuse

: intended or suitable for more than one use : multipurpose a multiuse device The multiuse path, which opened four years ago, stretches from Glenwood Springs to a parking lot west of Dotsero … . The path is perfect for joggers, cyclists, strollers, and—though it wasn't built with them in mind—in-line skaters.— Claire Martin

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1912, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of multiuse was in 1912

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