generalize

generalize definition - medical

gen·er·al·ize (jĕnˈər-ə-līzˌ)

verb
  1. To reduce to a general form, class, or law.
  2. To render indefinite or unspecific.
  3. To infer from many particulars.
  4. To draw inferences or a general conclusion from.
  5. To make generally or universally applicable.

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