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multifunctional

multifunctional

3.7
A device that does several different jobs, like printing and scanning
  • noun
  • /ˌmʌltiˈfʌŋkʃənl/
translation icon : dispositivo multifuncional
  • The new printer is a multifunctional device that can print, scan, and copy documents.

Examples

  • He installed a multifunctional kitchen appliance that makes cooking much easier by combining several tools in one.

  • This multifunctional furniture can be used as both a table and a storage unit, making it perfect for small spaces.

  • We got a nine in one multifunctional cable stick.

  • Next to the window is a large multifunctional piece encompassing the sofa, the bed, and more storage.

  • And so we're producing multifunctional iron yarns which we believe will have a very important part in the energy future of our country.

  • It's not strictly advertised as a gaming PC, but it comes with this multifunctional RGB backlit gaming three in one combo.

Synonyms

multifunction
vsmultifunctional
1 3.8

A device that can do several different jobs

is the same meaning but used as an adjective to describe such devices

How Convertible

convertible
  • Specialized
5 4.4
adaptable
23 3.4
multifunctional
3.7
fixed
1.0

Surface Forms

multifunctional singular
multifunctionals plural

Morphology

multifunctional = multifunctional (transparent) = multi + function + al

This noun is a straightforward conversion from the adjective multifunctional.

Etymology

Multifunctional used as a noun means a device that can do many jobs, and it comes from multi- 'many' plus function 'job'. That's why a multifunctional often prints, scans and copies all in one machine.