Definition of "multirole" [multirole]

• Pertaining to, or serving in, many roles. (adjective)

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• ""That's a bare minimum level of air power that allows for a basic air patrol and intercept capability, but it's not the same as having a large fleet of multirole planes that can be tasked with air combat, ground attack, reconnaissance, and other jobs.""
• "The F-16, he added, "is unquestionably the most cost-effective multirole plane available, but just having a small number doesn't allow for a traditional air force.""
• "John Cornyn (R., Texas) and Robert Menendez (D., N.J.) introduced a bill that would require the Obama administration to sell Taiwan 66 new F-16C/D multirole fighter jets, which are made by Lockheed Martin Corp."