- To mention or name, as a particular thing; to designate
in words so as to distinguish from other things; as, to specify the
uses of a plant; to specify articles purchased.
Meaning of 'specify' (Princeton's WordNet)
1 . specify
[ v]
Meaning (1): - be specific about
Example in sentence:
Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?
Meaning (2): - decide upon or fix definitely
Example in sentence:
fix the variables;
specify the parameters
Meaning (3): - define clearly
Example in sentence:
I cannot narrow down the rules for this game
Meaning (4): - design or destine
Example in sentence:
She was intended to become the director
Meaning (5): - specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
Example in sentence:
The contract stipulates the dates of the payments;
The will stipulates that she can live in the house for the rest of her life
Meaning (6): - select something or someone for a specific purpose
Example in sentence:
The teacher assigned him to lead his classmates in the exercise