Generic

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1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Adjective 1.3 Noun 1.4 Related terms

English

Etymology

Latin genus, generis , race, kind: compare French générique .

Adjective

generic

1. Very comprehensive; pertaining or appropriate to large classes or groups as opposed to specific
2. (biology) Of, or relating to a genus
3. Not having a brand name
4. Of a drug identified by its chemical name
5. (grammar) Specifying neither masculine nor feminine e.g. salesperson

Noun

generic

1. A product sold under a generic name
2. A wine that is a blend of several wines, or made from a blend of several grape varieties

Related terms

• gender