Gen"er*al*ly, adv.

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.

 

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