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Generally
Pronunciation : Gen"er*al*ly
Part of Speech : adv.
Definition : 1. In general; commonly; extensively, though not universally; most frequently.
2. In a general way, or in general relation; in the main; upon the whole; comprehensively. Generally speaking, they live very quietly. Addison.
3. Collectively; as a whole; without omissions. [Obs.] I counsel that all Israel be generally gathered unto thee. 2 Sam. xvii. ll.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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