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General

Noun:

1. A person of high rank or authority; a military officer.

Example sentence: The general commanded his troops to advance towards the enemy lines.

2. A basic or introductory course of study.

Example sentence: I am taking a general math class to fulfill my general education requirements.

Adjective:

1. Including or involving all or most people, things, or places.

Example sentence: The general consensus among the team was to take a break and revisit the issue later.

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2. Applicable or referring to all individuals or cases belonging to a particular category.

Example sentence: This general rule applies to all employees regardless of their job titles.

3. Of or relating to the main or major aspects of a subject or concept.

Example sentence: The general principle behind this theory is to minimize harm and maximize benefit.

4. Not specialized or specific; relating to or descriptive of a broad category.

Example sentence: She has a general knowledge of various historical events.

Adverb:

1. Usually; in most cases; without specific details.

Example sentence: The instructions were written in general and lacked specific steps.

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