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general in Malay

umum

UK/ˈd͡ʒɛn.(ə.)ɹəl/

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Australia/ˈd͡ʒen.(ə.)ɹəl/

general in Malay: umum, am, awam, jeneral. In English, general means including or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal.

Malay words for general

involving every part or member, not specific or particular
umum, am
of a person: pre-eminent
awam
not limited in application; applicable to a whole class or category
umum, am
military rank
jeneral

English meaning of general

  1. adjective Including or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal.
  2. adjective 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. adjective Prevalent or widespread among a given class or area; common, usual.
  4. adjective Not limited in use or application; applicable across a broad range.

Full definition of general

general in a sentence

  • General Eisenhower was the first SACEUR.
  • Hannibal was one of the greatest generals of the ancient world.
  • We have dealt with the generals; now let us turn to the particulars.

Synonyms of general

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general in other languages

Questions about general in Malay

What is the meaning of general in Malay?
General in Malay is umum, am, awam, jeneral.
Apakah maksud general dalam bahasa Melayu?
General: umum, am, awam, jeneral.
What does general mean in English?
General means including or involving every part or member of a given or implied entity, whole, etc.; common to all, universal.

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