generic
|ge/ner/ic|
/dʒəˈnɛrɪk/
non-specific
Etymology
'generic' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'genus,' where 'genus' meant 'kind' or 'type.'
'genus' transformed into the French word 'générique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'generic' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'kind or type,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not specific or characteristic of a class.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a consumer product having no brand name or registered trademark.
Many people buy generics to save money on medication.
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Adjective 1
characteristic of or relating to a class or group of things; not specific.
The term 'fruit' is generic and can refer to apples, oranges, and bananas.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41