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generalisation

/ˌdʒɛnəɹəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does generalisation mean?

noun

The process of forming a general idea or conclusion from specific instances or observations. A general statement or principle derived from specific instances or observations.

Example

"The study of the disease led to a generalisation that it was caused by a virus."

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