generation
US /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
1.
all of the people born and living at about the same time, regarded collectively
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The younger generation is more tech-savvy.
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Each generation faces its own unique challenges.
2.
the production of something
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The generation of electricity from solar power is increasing.
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This software allows for the rapid generation of reports.
3.
a single step in a succession of natural descent
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This family has lived in the same house for three generations.
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He is the first generation in his family to attend university.