generally


Definition: Meaning of, generally in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈdʒɛn(ə)rəli /

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  1. considering or relating to the whole of a thing or group, rather than to details or specific cases or parts [=  broadly]
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  2. by or to most people [=  widely]
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  3. usually or most of the time [=  usually]
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  4. generally speaking used to introduce a statement that is true in most cases but not always
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generally used in phrases

  • generally accepted accounting principles (noun)
    1. a collection of rules and procedures and conventions that define accepted accounting practice; includes broad guidelines as well as detailed procedures
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