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- [spesh-uh-lahyz]
- /ˈspɛʃ əˌlaɪz/
- /ˈspeʃ.əl.aɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [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
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerTop questions with specialises
- doctor who specialises in bones?
- one who specialises in heart ailments?
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