adj
Meaning 1
Designed and constructed to serve a particular purpose.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Examples
- Near-synonyms: purpose-made, custom-built, custom-made, custom, bespoke; see also Thesaurus:custom-made
- purpose-built equipment
- purpose-built vehicles
- Their factory in Ohio has purpose-built epoxy-curing ovens that accommodate even the largest models.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: purpose-made, custom-built, custom-made, custom, bespoke, made-to-measure, made-to-order, tailor-made
Antonyms: multipurpose, general-purpose, all-purpose
Broader terms: built, made