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   specify

   /ˈspɛsɪfʌɪ/

   verb

   • 1. identify clearly and definitely: "he did not specify a reason for leaving"
   • ▪ state a fact or requirement clearly and precisely: "the agency failed to specify that the workers were not their employees"
   • ▪ include in an architect's or engineer's specifications: "naval architects specified circular portholes"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French specifier or late Latin specificare (see specific).

   Derivatives

   • 1. specifiable adjective
   • 2. specifier noun

   Scrabble Points: 17

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   Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the verb specify, which means to name or state explicitly or in detail. See how to use specify in a sentence and compare it with define.

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   Specify definition: to mention or name specifically or definitely; state in detail. See examples of SPECIFY used in a sentence.

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   To explicitly name something or state a particular detail, you specify that thing. So, when you have a craving for dessert and you send someone to the store to buy ice cream, you may want to specify a flavor. If you assign something for a particular purpose, this verb means that you specify.

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   Learn the meaning and usage of the verb specify, which means to give information or state something in detail. Find synonyms, pronunciation, grammar, and related words for specify.