new field to have multiple selections

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We are at V11- Is there a way where we can create a new field that uses the local menu but can allow multiple selections from the local menu?   We have a list of 14 items that we need on the product but instead of creating 14 different fields with check box was wondering if there is a way where we can have a selection and check what items from the list we require for that product.  Hope this makes sense.  

thanks

Christine