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special

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəl/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəl/

adjective

Definition: Different from what is usual or ordinary, often because it is intended for a specific purpose or occasion.

Example: She received a special gift for her birthday.

noun

Definition: A unique item or event that is different from the usual, often created for a specific purpose or occasion.

Example: The restaurant is offering a special on pasta this week.

specialisation

IPA: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process of focusing on a specific area of study or work, often leading to expertise in that area.

Example: Her specialisation in marine biology has allowed her to work on important conservation projects.

specialise

IPA: //ˈspɛʃəlaɪz//

KK: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

verb

Definition: To focus on a particular area of study or work, becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialise in marine biology during her studies.

specialism

IPA: /ˈspɛʃ.ə.lɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəlɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A specific area of study or work that someone focuses on, often requiring special knowledge or skills.

Example: Her specialism in marine biology has led her to work on important conservation projects.

specialist

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a specific area or field, often in medicine or a particular profession.

Example: The specialist was able to diagnose the rare disease quickly.

speciality

IPA: /ˈspɛʃ.əl.ti/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəlti/

noun

Definition: A specific area of expertise or a particular skill that someone has, often related to their profession or studies.

Example: Her speciality is in pediatric medicine, where she helps children with health issues.

specialization

IPA: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌspɛʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of focusing on a specific area of study or work, often leading to expertise in that field.

Example: Her specialization in marine biology has allowed her to work on important conservation projects.

specialize

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of work, study, or activity, often becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialize in marine biology during her studies.

transitive verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of study or work, often becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She decided to specialize in marine biology during her studies.

specialized

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Having a specific focus or expertise in a particular area or field.

Example: The doctor is specialized in treating heart conditions.

verb

Definition: To focus on a specific area of study or work, often becoming an expert in that field.

Example: She specialized in marine biology during her studies.

specially

IPA: /ˈspɛʃəli/

KK: /ˈspɛʃəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is different from the usual or normal; for a specific purpose or reason.

Example: She made the cake specially for his birthday party.

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