1. A basic organizational division or component that serves a broad or non-specialized function within a larger system, military structure, or institution
The general unit of the company handles multiple departments.
A unidade geral da empresa gerencia vários departamentos.
2. In military context, a command structure or formation that is not specialized for a particular tactical purpose
The general unit was deployed to provide support across the region.
A unidade geral foi implantada para fornecer apoio em toda a região.
3. A standardized measurement or counting division used as a basis for calculation or comparison
The metric system uses the general unit of the meter for length.
O sistema métrico usa a unidade geral do metro para comprimento.