In a general sense or manner; in general terms; without reference to individuals or particulars. Opposed to specially or particularly.

With reference to the meaning of a word: in a wider or extended sense; loosely. Obsolete.

Originally U.S. Law. Other than as a trademark or a proprietary product; as a generic description. Cf. generic, adj. 1b.

From the stock already available in a shop, etc.; = off-the-peg, adv. Also figurative and in extended use.