Meaning of utility(a) in English

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Classifying Adjective
utility(a)
Definitions
1. used of beef
Examples
- « usable but inferior »
Synonyms
- inferior
2. capable of substituting in any of several positions on a team
Examples
- « a utility infielder »
Synonyms
- secondary

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