multistage

[ muhl-ti-steyj ]

adjective

1. (of a rocket or guided missile) having more than one stage.

multistage

/ ˈmʌltɪˌsteɪdʒ /

adjective

1. (of a rocket or missile) having several stages, each of which can be jettisoned after it has burnt out
2. (of a turbine, compressor, or supercharger) having more than one rotor
3. (of any process or device) having more than one stage

Word History and Origins

Origin of multistage¹

First recorded in 1900–05; multi- + stage

Example Sentences

Their algorithm outperformed baseline methods and was the only technique suitable for completing multistage tasks that required several shape changes.

From Science Daily

This model, called the multistage model, predicts that size is a risk factor for cancer.

From Science Daily

Voting begins today in a multistage election in India in which hundreds of millions of people will cast ballots.

From New York Times

Officials say Hamas has continued to press Israel for a commitment to a permanent cease-fire after a multistage release of all hostages, but Israel has refused.

From New York Times

Egypt and Qatar — which have brokered past agreements between Israel and Hamas — were developing a multistage proposal to try to bridge the gaps, the official said.

From Seattle Times