ˈdʒenərəlaɪz v. (also -ise) 1 intr. a
speak in
general or
indefinite terms. b
form general principles or notions. 2 tr.
reduce to a general
statement,
principle, or
notion. 3 tr. a
give a general
character to. b
call by a general
name. 4 tr.
infer (a
law or conclusion) by
induction. 5 tr.
Math. & Philos. express in a general form;
extend the application of. 6 tr. (in painting)
render only the
typical characteristics of. 7 tr.
bring into general
use. øøgeneralizable adj. generalizability n. generalizer n. [F g÷n÷raliser (as GENERAL)]