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generalisation

Generalisation (noun) means the formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.

noun
1
The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.
2
Inductive reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.
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What is the meaning of generalisation?

"generalisation" (noun) means the formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.

What are the different meanings of generalisation?

"generalisation" has 2 main meanings: 1. The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties; 2. Inductive reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.

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