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gen·er·al

general

pronunciation:: je n rl [or] jen rl
parts of speech:: adjective, noun
phrases:: in general
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part of speech:	adjective
definition 1:	having to do with some thing or group as a whole; not connected with or concerning any one thing in particular. The general public is invited to the meeting.The word "animal" has a more general meaning than "cat." synonyms: common antonyms: particular similar words: popular, public
definition 2:	not detailed; not specific. He gave us a general idea of what the new building would look like. antonyms: specific
related words:	ordinary, universal, usual

part of speech:	noun
definition:	an officer of high rank in the military. The general was known for making good decisions in battle. similar words: officer
phrase:	in general

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