generically
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- adverb
- /dʒəˈnɛrɪkli/
- Specialized
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como genérico
- They've started advertising Boeing generically (though notably including pictures of the 767 freighter) on TV, playing up its American origin and how much they do for US defense.
Examples
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And so the nylons are known generically as polyamids.
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In the anthracite region, as in Ireland, one hallmark of Molly Maguireism was the sending of threatening letters or the posting of warnings, known generically as "coffin notices," as they often included a rough sketch of a coffin.
Academic text (1995) -
When other statins are available generically, this position may change.
Academic text (2011) -
Developed in 1928, this material is sometimes referred to generically as linoleum.
Academic text (2003) -
LR generically, LR plus is the likelihood ratio that is used when the test comes back positive.
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One of the newest pies, the generically named Potato, is a variation on Motorino's famous Brussels Sprout pie.
Blog text (13) -
A typical commercial plating bath contains several proprietary additives, identified generically as grain refiner, leveler, and ductilizer 13-15.
Academic text (1998) -
The medication is often sold generically, making it cheaper for patients.
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When purchasing pharmaceuticals, many customers opt for drugs that are available generically to save money.
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Several over-the-counter products are known generically, allowing consumers to easily compare prices.
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Etymology
Generically comes from the Latin word genus and the root gen-, which mean 'kind' or 'group'. So when something is sold generically it is sold as a common 'kind' without a brand name.