generic
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ne
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British pronunciation
/dʒəˈnɛrɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "generic"in English

generic
01

relating to or suitable for a whole group or class of things rather than a specific one

generic definition and meaning
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The store offers a generic brand of cereal that is n't tied to any major company.
02

referring to traits that are shared by all members of a particular biological genus

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The botanist spent years identifying the generic features of various plant genera in the rainforest.
03

(of a product or drug) not branded, typically containing the same active ingredients, but sold at a lower price

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The doctor prescribed a generic version of the popular painkiller.
04

lacking originality or creativity

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The movie felt generic, following the same predictable plot as many others.
Generic
01

a product that lacks a brand name and is typically sold at a lower price

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I opted for the generic because it was more affordable.
02

a wine made from a blend of different grape varieties or wines, typically lacking a specific focus on one variety

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The generic was a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
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