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specify
[ spes-uh-fahy ]
verb (used with object)
- to mention or name specifically or definitely; state in detail:
He did not specify the amount needed.
Synonyms: , , ,
- to give a specific character to.
- to set forth as a specification.
- to name or state as a condition:
He specified that he be given my power of attorney.
verb (used without object)
- to make a specific mention or statement.
specify
/ ˈspɛsɪfɪˌkeɪtɪv; ˈspɛsɪˌfaɪ /
verb
- to refer to or state specifically
- to state as a condition
- to state or include in the specification of
Derived Forms
- specificative, adjective
- ˈˌھ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ··ھ··پ [spes, -, uh, -fi-key-tiv], adjective
- i·ھ·t· adverb
- i·ھe noun
- ·i·ھ adjective
- ԴDz·i·ھ adjective
- ·i·ڲ verb (used with object) prespecified prespecifying
- ·i·ڲ verb respecified respecifying
- ܲd·i·ھ adjective
- ܲd·i·ڲ verb (used with object) underspecified underspecifying
- ܲ·i·ھ adjective
- ܲ·i·ڲiԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of specify1
Example Sentences
While Rai declined to specify any potential motive, he said that he "can now say with confidence that the evidence in this case does not lead us to believe this was an act of terrorism."
As for the specifics of what that “behavior” may be, Trump doesn’t specify.
It did not specify where locations would be closing.
The agency is also looking to “revoke authorization of synthetic food colorings, including those not in production, within the coming weeks,” the outlet specified.
The bill defines the co-ordinating doctor as a registered medical practitioner with "training, qualifications and experience" at a level to be specified by the health secretary.
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