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specialize - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'specialize' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Specialize [ v. t.]
- To mention specially; to particularize.
- To apply to some specialty or limited object; to assign to a specific use; as, specialized knowledge.
- To supply with an organ or organs having a special function or functions.

Meaning of 'specialize' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . specialize [ v]
Meaning (1):
- be specific about
Example in sentence:
  • Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?
Meaning (2):
- devote oneself to a special area of work
Example in sentence:
  • She specializes in honey bees;
  • This baker specializes in French bread
Meaning (3):
- become more focused on an area of activity or field of study
Example in sentence:
  • She specializes in Near Eastern history
Meaning (4):
- suit to a special purpose
Example in sentence:
  • specialize one's research;
  • this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches