1. a container or receptacle for miscellaneous items
2. something that includes or covers many different things

1. designed to include or cover many different things

Examples

• She kept a small catchall on her desk for paper clips and rubber bands.
• The junk drawer served as a catchall for household odds and ends.
• The term ‘miscellaneous expenses’ is often used as a catchall category.
• This catchall provision covers situations not addressed elsewhere in the contract.
• The catchall phrase ‘and other duties as assigned’ appeared in the job description.
• His briefcase had a catchall compartment for small items.
• The legislation included a catchall clause to prevent loopholes.