Definition of "generale" [generale]

• That which is general; hence, in the plural, general principles. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "On this he declared that he would beat the "generale" in Belleville and march on the Hôtel de"
• "It gradually became more distinct, and drums began to beat the 'generale' in every direction."
• "They had hardly got indoors when the 'generale' was sounded: resisting all entreaties, Cavalier sprang to the door, but was detained by Berlie, who said that the first thing he ought to do was to write M. de Villars an account of what had happened, who would then take measures to put things straight."