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Meaning of SPECIALISE

Pronunciation:  'speshu`lIz

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 Definition: 
  1. [v]  evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment, of populations of plants and animals
  2. [v]  become more special; "We specialize in dried flowers"
  3. [v]  suit to a special purpose; "specialize one's research"
  4. [v]  be specific about; "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"
  5. [v]  devote oneself to a special area of work; "She specializes in honey bees"; "This plumber specialized in jacuzzis"
 
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 Synonyms: differentiate, narrow, narrow down, particularise, particularize, specialize, specialize, specialize, speciate, specify
 
 Antonyms: branch out, broaden, diversify, generalise, generalize
 
 See Also: alter, change, dilate, elaborate, enlarge, evolve, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate, modify, overspecialise, overspecialize, spell out, vary, work

 

 

 

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