Specification

/ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A detailed description of the design and materials used to make something.

The architect provided a specification for the new building, outlining the materials and dimensions required.

A requirement or standard, especially in technical contexts.

The product must meet the safety specification to be approved for sale.

An act of specifying or stating something in detail.

The job specification included qualifications, skills, and experience necessary for the position.

A precise statement of the requirements for a product or system.

We need to create a detailed specification before proceeding with the project.

A formal document detailing the requirements and features of a system or product.

The software specification outlined all the features and user requirements for the application.

From Latin 'specificare', meaning 'to specify'.

technical specification

A document that describes the technical requirements for a product or system.

specification sheet

A detailed document that provides specifications of a product.

design specification

A detailed description of the design objectives for a product.

specify

To state or describe the exact requirements or features.

speculative

Based on conjecture rather than knowledge.

Specs

Did you check the specs before buying the gadget?

Spec sheet

I just need to look at the spec sheet to compare these models.