Purpose-built
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Purpose-built is an adjective meaning Designed and constructed to serve a particular purpose.
Meaning
Designed and constructed to serve a particular purpose.
Example Sentences
purpose-built vehicles
purpose-built equipment
Their factory in Ohio has purpose-built epoxy-curing ovens that accommodate even the largest models.
Near-synonyms: purpose-made, custom-built, custom-made, custom, bespoke; see also Thesaurus:custom-made
Synonyms for purpose-built
Depending on context, synonyms include purpose-made, custom-built, custom-made, custom, bespoke, made-to-measure.
Antonyms for purpose-built
Common opposites include multipurpose, general-purpose, all-purpose.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include purposeful, purpose-made, designed, specific, styled, custom.
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