Meaning Of The Word General

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What's The Definition Of General?

general
A general is a senior officer in the armed forces, usually in the army.

general in American English
of, for, or from the whole or all; not particular or local
adjective: of or pertaining to all persons or things belonging to a group or category
noun: an officer ranking above a lieutenant general and below a general of the army or general of the air force

general in British English
adjective: common; widespread
noun: an officer of a rank senior to lieutenant general, esp one who commands a large military formation

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