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generous definition

gen·er·ous (jenər əs)

adjective

  1. Obsolete of noble birth
  2. having qualities attributed to people of noble birth; noble-minded; gracious; magnanimous
  3. giving or sharing liberally and willingly; openhanded
  4. large; ample generous portions
  5. rich in yield; fertile
  6. full-flavored and strong: said of wine

Etymology: L generosus, of noble birth, excellent, generous < genus: see genus

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