单词 | specialize |
释义 | specialize —specialization, n. /spesh"euh luyz'/, v. , specialized, specializing. v.i. 1. to pursue some special line of study, work, etc.; have a specialty: The doctor specializes in gastroenterology. 2. Biol. (of an organism or one of its organs) to be adapted to a special function or environment. v.t. 3. to render special or specific; invest with a special character, function, etc. 4. to adapt to special conditions; restrict to specific limits. 5. to restrict payment of (a negotiable instrument) by endorsing over to a specific payee. 6. to specify; particularize. Also, esp. Brit., specialise. [1605-15; < F spécialiser. See SPECIAL, -IZE] |
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