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general

/ˈdʒɛnərəl/ adjective, noun · British & US
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What does general mean?

adjective, noun

Relating to or affecting the whole or the majority; not specific or particular. A general is a high-ranking military officer.

Example

"The general opinion was that the new policy would be beneficial to the community."

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