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   universal

   /ˌjuːnɪˈvəːsl/

   adjective

   • 1. relating to or done by all people or things in the world or in a particular group; applicable to all cases: "universal adult suffrage"
   • ▪ denoting a proposition in which something is asserted of all of a class.
   • ▪ denoting or relating to a grammatical rule, set of rules, or other linguistic feature that is found in all languages.
   • ▪ (of a tool or machine) adjustable to or appropriate for all requirements.

   noun

   • 1. a thing having universal effect, currency, or application.
   • ▪ a universal proposition.
   • ▪ a term or concept of general application.
   • ▪ a nature or essence signified by a general term.
   • ▪ a universal grammatical rule or linguistic feature.

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French, or from Latin universalis, from universus (see universe).

   Scrabble Points: 12

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishUNIVERSAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of universal as an adjective that describes something that exists everywhere or involves everyone. See how to use universal in sentences and compare it with related words.

   • English (US)

     existing everywhere or involving everyone: a universal...

   • Znaczenie Universal, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     UNIVERSAL definicja: 1. existing everywhere or involving...

   • Non-Universal

     NON-UNIVERSAL definition: 1. not existing everywhere or...

   • Universal: German Translation

     universal translate: global. Learn more in the Cambridge...

   • Universal: Polish Translation

     UNIVERSAL translate: powszechny, uniwersalny, powszechny,...

   • Universal: Czech Translation

     universal - translate into Czech with the English-Czech...

   • Universal: French Translation

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   • Universal: Ukrainian Translation

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3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › universalUniversal Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the meaning of universal as an adjective and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how universal is used in logic, grammar, and law.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › universalUNIVERSAL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Universal definition: of, relating to, or characteristic of all or the whole. See examples of UNIVERSAL used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryUNIVERSAL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   existing everywhere or involving everyone: a universal truth. Food, like sex, is a subject of almost universal interest. The new reforms have not met with universal approval within the party. Fewer examples. Over the years her work has compelled universal admiration and trust. The shooting of the policeman has received universal condemnation.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › universalUniversal - definition of universal by The Free Dictionary

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   Universal means of, relating to, or affecting the entire universe, or including, relating to, or affecting all members of a group or class. It can also refer to a general term, concept, or principle, or a linguistic or logical rule that applies to all languages or propositions.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishUNIVERSAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Something that is universal relates to everyone in the world or everyone in a particular group or society. The insurance industry has produced its own proposals for universal health care. The desire to look attractive is universal. universality (juːnɪvɜːʳsælɪti ) uncountable noun.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › universalUniversal - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Universal describes something for everything or everyone. Universal design is architectural design that accommodates every person. A universal remote can change the stations on all your home entertainment systems, but hopefully not at once.