General
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Definition
(noun) 1. A general fact or proposition; a generality. Example: "We have dealt with the generals; now let us turn to the particulars." 2. The holder of a senior military title, originally designating the commander of an army and now a specific rank falling under field marshal (in the British army) and below general of the army or general of the air force in the US army and air forces. 3. A great strategist or tactician. Example: "Hannibal was one of the greatest generals of the ancient world." (verb) 1. To lead (soldiers) as a general. (adjective) 1. Including or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole etc.; as opposed to specific or particular. 2. (sometimes postpositive) Applied to a person (as a postmodifier or a normal preceding adjective) to indicate supreme rank, in civil or military titles, and later in other terms; pre-eminent. 3. Prevalent or widespread among a given class or area; common, usual. (adverb) 1. In a general or collective manner or sense; in most cases; upon the whole.
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The word "General" is an important term in stenography and shorthand writing. Stenographers use specific stroke patterns to represent this word efficiently during rapid transcription. This stenography dictionary entry provides the standard definition and stroke pattern to help stenography students and professionals master their craft.
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Stenography is a form of shorthand writing that allows individuals to transcribe speech at high speeds. Professional stenographers, court reporters, and real-time captioners use stenography skills to capture spoken words accurately and efficiently. The word "General" is part of the essential vocabulary that stenography students learn during their training.