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Meaning of universal in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌjunəˈvərsəl/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    universal

    Definitions

    1. of worldwide scope or applicability

    Examples

    • « an issue of cosmopolitan import »
    • « the shrewdest political and ecumenical comment of our time- Christopher Morley »
    • « universal experience »

    Synonyms

    • comprehensive
  2. Noun

    universal

    Definitions

    1. coupling that connects two rotating shafts allowing freedom of movement in all directions

    Examples

    • « in motor vehicles a universal joint allows the driveshaft to move up and down as the vehicle passes over bumps »

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