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specialises

spe·cial·ize
S s

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [spesh-uh-lahyz]
    • /ˈspɛʃ əˌlaɪz/
    • /ˈspeʃ.əl.aɪz/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [spesh-uh-lahyz]
    • /ˈspɛʃ əˌlaɪz/

Definitions of specialises word

  • verb without object specialises to pursue some special line of study, work, etc.; have a specialty: The doctor specializes in gastroenterology. 1
  • verb without object specialises Biology. (of an organism or one of its organs) to be adapted to a special function or environment. 1
  • verb with object specialises to render special or specific; invest with a special character, function, etc. 1
  • verb with object specialises to adapt to special conditions; restrict to specific limits. 1
  • verb with object specialises to restrict payment of (a negotiable instrument) by endorsing over to a specific payee. 1
  • verb with object specialises to specify; particularize. 1

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Origin of specialises

First appearance:

before 1605
One of the 40% oldest English words
From the French word spécialiser, dating back to 1605-15. See special, -ize

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Parts of speech for Specialises

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

specialises popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

specialises usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with specialises

  • doctor who specialises in bones?
  • one who specialises in heart ailments?

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