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generality definition

gen·er·al·ity (jen′ər alə tē)

noun pl. generalities -·ties

  1. the condition or quality of being general, or applicable to all
  2. a general statement, idea, etc., specif.
    1. one that is vague or inadequate
    2. generalization
  3. the bulk; main body

Etymology: ME generalte < OFr généralité < LL generalitas < L generalis

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