generalcy

[ jen-er-uhl-see ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

First recorded in 1860–65; general + -cy

I was not aware of the reasons for this course, and therefore strongly recommended him for a major-generalcy.

He had several times been recommended for a brigadier-generalcy for gallant and meritorious conduct.

Ferdinand founded the generalcy of Karlstadt and thus laid the foundation of the military frontier.

Asboth had his withheld Brigadier-Generalcy confirmed to him.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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