(evolutionary theory, historical) The fancied production of living organisms without previously existing parents from inorganic matter, or from decomposing organic matter, a notion which at one time had many supporters.

(now historical) A commander-in-chief; the head of an armed force.

plural of genealogist

(programming) A style of computer programming in which algorithms are written in terms of to-be-specified-later types that are then instantiated when needed for specific types provided as parameters.

Alternative form of governor general

(Canada, Australia, New Zealand) An official appointed by the reigning British monarch to govern a Commonwealth realm as the monarch's representative.

plural of general anesthetic

plural of general anaesthetic

plural of Lieutenant General

plural of general manager