Meaning & Definition
adjective
Clearly defined or identified; particular.
The teacher asked for a specific answer to the question.
Relating to a particular individual, situation, or group; distinct.
She has a specific interest in ancient history.
Specialized or restricted in scope.
The laboratory is equipped for specific types of experiments.
Particular in nature or detail; explicit.
He provided specific guidelines for the project.
Etymology
From Latin 'specificus', meaning 'of a particular kind'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
specifics:
The details or particulars of something.
specific gravity:
A measure of the density of a substance compared to a reference substance.
specific heat:
The amount of heat required to change the temperature of a unit mass of a substance.
Slang Meanings