Specify

/ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To state or describe something in an exact and detailed way.

Please specify your requirements for the project.

To mention or name specifically.

Can you specify the date of the meeting?

To define or identify clearly.

The instructions did not specify the amount of water needed.

To make something specific or precise.

The scientist will specify the conditions for the experiment.

Late Middle English: from late Latin 'specificare', from 'specie' (species).

specify the terms

To state the exact conditions or requirements.

specify a time

To indicate a particular moment or period.

specify the details

To provide specific information or particulars.

specific

Clearly defined or identified.

specification

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

specifically

In a clear and detailed manner.

To get down to the nitty-gritty.

Let's specify and get down to the nitty-gritty of the project.

To lay it out straight.

We need to specify and lay it out straight so everyone knows what's up.