dual-use
dual-use · more dual-use · most dual-use
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dual, use.: Having two usesUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dual, use.: Having two uses.
Meaning
3 sensesUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dual, use.: Having two uses.
Pertaining to technology, items, or information that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
(figuratively)That can be used for both beneficial and harmful purposes.
More definitions
- designed for or serving two purposes
Forms
more dual-use, most dual-use| Comparative | more dual-use Lesson |
|---|---|
| Superlative | most dual-use Lesson |
regular
Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- designed for or serving two purposes:dual-purpose
Lessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Superlatives — Because it has a superlative form