Specialize (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used without object), spe·cial·ized, spe·cial·iz·ing.
  1. to pursue some special line of study, work, etc.; have a specialty: The doctor specializes in gastroenterology.
  2. (of an organism or one of its organs) to be adapted to a special function or environment.
verb (used with object), spe·cial·ized, spe·cial·iz·ing.
  1. to render special or specific; invest with a special character, function, etc.
  2. to adapt to special conditions; restrict to specific limits.
  3. to restrict payment of (a negotiable instrument) by endorsing over to a specific payee.
  4. to specify; particularize.
verb
  1. to train in or devote oneself to a particular area of study, occupation, or activity
  2. to cause (organisms or their parts) to develop in a way most suited to a particular environment or way of life or (of organisms, etc) to develop in this way
  3. to modify or make suitable for a special use or purpose
  4. to mention specifically; specify
  5. to endorse (a commercial paper) to a specific payee
Specialize (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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