Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catch-all
Noun
/ˈkæʧ ɔːl/
Definition
A term or phrase that encompasses a wide range of ideas, items, or people.
Examples
- The term ‘furniture’ is a catch-all that includes tables, chairs, and sofas.
- In the meeting, he used a catch-all explanation to cover several issues at once.
Meaning
It refers to a category or class that includes many different types of things or people, not limited to one specific group.
Synonyms
- Umbrella term
- General category
- Inclusive term
