English Explanatory Dictionary

dual-use

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see dual, use.: Having two uses.
  2. Pertaining to technology, items, or information that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.
  3. That can be used for both beneficial and harmful purposes.
noun
  1. An item or technology that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.

Word forms

dual-use more dual-use most dual-use dual-uses
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