genericize

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Etymology

generic + -ize

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /dʒɪˈnɛɹ.ɪˌsaɪz/

Verb

genericize (third-person singular simple present genericizes, present participle genericizing, simple past and past participle genericized)

  1. (transitive) To make generic.
    1. (law, transitive) To turn into a genericized trademark.
    2. (pharmacy) To make generics out of.
      • 2020, Insomnia therapeutics Market Analysis, Coherent Insights, Summary:
        However, the loss of exclusivity of the drugs led the market more genericized, creating a competitive environment for new entrants. For instance, non-benzodiazepines and low dose sedating anti-depressants, still considered as a first line of medication for the insomnia, are facing stiff competition from the generics.
    3. (programming, transitive) To make more generic: usable in more contexts.
    4. (transitive) To make generic: bland.

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