The Term "Genre" Refers to . .

The term "genre" refers to . . .

A) the broad range of meanings that any given word possesses.
B) the meaning of a word in a specific context apart from reference to other meanings of the word in other contexts.
C) the ability of a living organism to reproduce "according to its kind."
D) the set of characteristics or qualities of any work of art or literature or craftsmanship that distinguish that work from other works that do not possess that specific set of qualities.