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The correct spelling is generals.
How to pronounce generals
/ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəlz/
nounIPA: /ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəlz/
Say it like: Jen-era-ls
The correct spelling is generals. A general fact or proposition; a generality. For example: "We have dealt with the generals; now let us turn to the particulars."
Usage Examples
“We have dealt with the generals; now let us turn to the particulars.”
“Hannibal was one of the greatest generals of the ancient world.”
“I work in general.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A general fact or proposition; a generality.
- 2.The holder of a senior military title, originally designating the commander of an army and now a specific rank falling under field marshal (in the British army) and below general of the army or general of the air force in the US army and air forces.
- 3.A great strategist or tactician.
- 4.The head of certain religious orders, especially Dominicans or Jesuits.
- 5.A commander of naval forces; an admiral.
verb
- 1.To lead (soldiers) as a general.
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