special
adjective
/ˈspɛʃ(ə)l/
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/ˈspɛʃl̩/
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- Distinguished by a unique, particular, or unusual quality.
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spécial
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- Of particular value or interest; dear; beloved.
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particulier,
spécial
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proche
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special
noun
/ˈspɛʃ(ə)l/
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/ˈspɛʃl̩/
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- A meal offered only at a certain time by a restaurant, not as a standing fixture of the menu; often, one of a rotation of meals systematically offered for a lower price; also often a dish at a nondiscounted price that is seasonal or otherwise exciting or unusual.
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solde
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specially
adverb
/ˈspɛʃəli/
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- For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
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spécialement,
particulièrement
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specialize
verb
/ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/
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- (biology, transitive) To make distinct or separate due to form or function.
- (rare, transitive) To specify: to mention specifically.
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spécialiser
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specialization
noun
[ˌspeʃəlɑe̯ˈzæɪ̯ʃn̩]
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[ˌspɛʃəlaɪ̯ˈzeɪ̯ʃn̩]
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[ˌspɛʃəlɪˈzeɪ̯ʃn̩]
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- The act or process of specializing.
- (biology) The adaptation of an organism to a specific environment, or adaptation of an organ to a particular function.
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spécialisation
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specialized
adjective
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- Highly skilled in, or specifically adapted to, a specific field.
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spécialisé
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