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specialize
verb
evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
Quick reference
Word Facts
- Word length
- 10
- Starts with
- S
- Ends with
- E
- Contains
- PECIALIZ
- Scrabble score
- 23
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz
Meaning
Definitions
verb
evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
verb
become more focused on an area of activity or field of study
“She specializes in Near Eastern history”
verb
suit to a special purpose
“specialize one's research”
verb
be specific about
“Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?”
verb
devote oneself to a special area of work
“She specializes in honey bees”
In context
Example Sentences
She specializes in Near Eastern history
specialize one's research
this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches
Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?
She specializes in honey bees
This baker specializes in French bread
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