generation
ge
ˌʤɛ
je
ne
ra
ˈreɪ
rei
tion
ʃən
shēn
British pronunciation
/ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "generation"in English

Generation
01

people born and living at approximately the same period of time

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The older generation often reminisces about life before smartphones became ubiquitous.
02

the creation of heat, electricity, or other forms of energy

generation definition and meaning
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The power plant specializes in electricity generation.
03

a class or step of technological development

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The latest generation of smartphones features enhanced camera capabilities and longer battery life.
04

a group of people belonging to a particular age group or time period partaking in a certain activity

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The new generation of entrepreneurs is utilizing technology to revolutionize industries worldwide.
05

the typical period between the birth of parents and the birth of their offspring

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The average human generation lasts about 25–30 years.
06

the act of producing offspring or multiplying

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The generation of new plants was carefully monitored.
07

the process of causing something to exist or appear

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The invention led to the generation of new opportunities.
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