multimodal.

1. Using several different methods or forms of input together.

2. Having more than one main peak in a distribution of values.

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Words that belong together

• multimodal communication
• multimodal transport
• a multimodal interface

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The course uses a multimodal approach, combining diagrams, spoken explanations, and practical demonstrations.

Usage notes

Primary category: academic / formal. Forms: Normally non-gradable; no ordinary comparative or superlative. Legacy lexical fields mirror sense 1 only. Use numbered sense fields for all meanings. Established modern English lexical item. No separate regional spelling or grammatical inflection entry. Writing functions: analysis, explanation, qualification. Commonness: moderately common.