Meaning of SPECIALIZE
| Pronunciation: | | 'speshu`lIz
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- [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
- [v] become more special; "We specialize in dried flowers"
- [v] suit to a special purpose; "specialize one's research"
- [v] be specific about; "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"
- [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, specialise, specialise, specialise, speciate, specify |
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| | 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 | |
| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \Spe"cial*ize\, v. t.
1. To mention specially; to particularize.
2. To apply to some specialty or limited object; to assign to
a specific use; as, specialized knowledge.
3. (Biol.) To supply with an organ or organs having a special
function or functions.
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