dual-purpose
adjective
du·al-purpose
ˈdü-əl-ˈpər-pəs 
also ˈdyü-
: having breed characteristics that serve two purposes
dual-purpose cattle that supply milk and meat
Examples of dual-purpose in a Sentence
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This dual-purpose strategy allows physicians to see tumors with pinpoint accuracy and then deliver radiation directly to those cells, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
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Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2025
And once past the long, dual-purpose bar, customers can find a flex zone with a private bar where private events can be held.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Many interfaces boast dual-purpose inputs that are compatible with both cable types.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
That dual-purpose loyalty ecosystem — business trips that fund bucket list experiences — reflects the modern blend of work and play.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
The dual-purpose product is formulated with SPF 50 and collagen peptides.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 19 July 2025
Eufy Robot Vacuum Deals The Eufy Omni C20 is yet another self-emptying dual-purpose cleaning system.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
Plus, the fact that the table and light combo is dual-purpose adds to the space-saving properties.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 11 June 2025
However, air district officials noted that heat pumps are dual-purpose appliances providing heating and cooling that can replace furnaces and air conditioning.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2025
And once past the long, dual-purpose bar, customers can find a flex zone with a private bar where private events can be held.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Many interfaces boast dual-purpose inputs that are compatible with both cable types.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025
That dual-purpose loyalty ecosystem — business trips that fund bucket list experiences — reflects the modern blend of work and play.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
The dual-purpose product is formulated with SPF 50 and collagen peptides.
—Izzy Baskette, People.com, 19 July 2025
Eufy Robot Vacuum Deals The Eufy Omni C20 is yet another self-emptying dual-purpose cleaning system.
—Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 25 June 2025
Plus, the fact that the table and light combo is dual-purpose adds to the space-saving properties.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 11 June 2025
However, air district officials noted that heat pumps are dual-purpose appliances providing heating and cooling that can replace furnaces and air conditioning.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 6 June 2025
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“Dual-purpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dual-purpose. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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