genericize

To make generic; reducing specificity

These questions are too specific. They need to be genericized (past-tense).

by Omar Chatah May 23, 2005

Genericizing

1) The act of generically defining a subject.
2) Software: the process of re-writing code so it is generic and re-usable for many projects. i.e. Forming a template.

The process of genericizing the myriad implementations of the project was long and arduous.

by IrishGeek November 3, 2010

Genericism

A pioneering pre-emptive application or approach of one's style preceeding other generic copies.

The ever-evolving definition of Rhythm & Blues epitomises genericism.

by jize August 13, 2008

genericized

Retrofitting something specific to fit a broader application

I genericized the name of the sample company.

by JackRyan February 6, 2009

Genericization

The process to make into a generic product

The generic drug company, Sandoz, has had a success track record of genericization.

by PMZ2010 January 14, 2009