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generic name (plural generic names)

  1. (taxonomy) The first word in a binominal name, which identifies the genus of the lifeform considered.
    Coordinate terms: specific epithet, specific name
  2. (pharmacology, pharmacy) A nonproprietary name given to a drug that is used to identify it irrespective of trademark.
    Antonym: trade name
    Hyponyms: international nonproprietary name, INN, USAN, BAN

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