1. (v. t.) To apply a specific instance to include all cases; to apply universally\, as a formula or rule.

2. (v. t.) To bring under a genus or under genera; to view in relation to a genus or to genera.

3. (v. t.) To derive or deduce (a general conception, or a general principle) from particulars.

4. (v. i.) To form into a genus; to view objects in their relations to a genus or class; to take general or comprehensive views.

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