American English pronunciation

How to pronounce specializes

IPA transcription: [s'pɛʃə,laɪzɪz]

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Verb

  • become more focus on an area of activity or field of study

    “She specializes in Near Eastern history”

  • be specific about

    “Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?”

  • suit to a special purpose

    “specialize one's research”

    “this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches”

  • devote oneself to a special area of work

    “She specializes in honey bees”

    “This baker specializes in French bread”

  • evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment