to all intents and purposes

Definition of To All Intents And Purposes in English :

in every practical sense

Example Sentences:
'to all intents and purposes the case is closed'
'the rest are for all practical purposes useless'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

To All Intents And Purposes

for all practical purposes; virtually

in almost every respect; practically; virtually

n.

1. Something that is intended; an aim or purpose. See Synonyms at intention.

2. Law The state of mind necessary for an act to constitute a crime.

adj.

1. Firmly fixed; concentrated: an intent gaze.

2. Having the attention applied; engrossed: The students, intent upon their books, did not hear me enter the room.

3. Having the mind and will focused on a specific purpose: was intent on leaving within the hour; are intent upon being recognized.