general
/ˈdʒɛnərəl/
noun
- A high-ranking officer in the army or air force.
- The general ordered the troops to advance.
- She was promoted to general after twenty years of service.
- The general gave a speech to the soldiers before the battle.
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adjective
- Affecting or concerning most people or things; widespread.
- There is a general feeling of excitement about the new park.
- The general opinion is that the movie was entertaining.
- A general election will be held next month.
- Not limited to one subject or area; broad or comprehensive.
- The course covers general principles of physics.
- He gave a general overview of the company's goals.
- She has a general knowledge of world history.
- Involving only the main features and not details; approximate.
- I have a general sense of where the restaurant is.
- The report provided a general description of the plan.
- Can you give me a general idea of the cost?
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