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ge·ner·ic
 generic
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- pronunciation:
- j
ne
rihk
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
of, concerning, or applying to all elements of a particular class.
Feathers are a generic feature of birds.- antonyms:
- special, specific
- similar words:
- general, universal
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| definition 2: |
of or concerning a biological genus.
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| definition 3: |
produced or sold without a brand name.
Packaging for generic products is very plain. |
| definition 4: |
of drugs, prescribed or described by chemical name and not by brand.
Generic drugs are less expensive than brand-name drugs. |
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