the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists
Shared component: purpose · aim
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purpose
aim
Related forms: purpose · 7 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesA contrary or conflicting aim or intention.
cross+purpose
Shared component: purpose · aim
designed and made for a particular use or user
purpose+built
Shared component: purpose · aim
the quality of having a clear aim or determination to achieve something
purpose+ful+ness
Shared component: purpose · aim
Designed, intended, or used for only one specific function or aim.
single+purpose
Shared component: purpose · aim
the state or quality of having no purpose, aim, or meaning.
purpose+less+ness
Shared component: purpose · aim
Designed, made, or used for one particular task or type of task.
special+purpose
Shared component: purpose · aim