Meaning & Definition of Specialize in English
English⟶
Specialize
/spɛʃəlaɪz/
verb
1. Become more focus on an area of activity or field of study
- "She specializes in near eastern history"
synonym:
- specialize,
- specialise,
- narrow,
- narrow down
2. Be specific about
- "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"
synonym:
- specify,
- particularize,
- particularise,
- specialize,
- specialise
3. Suit to a special purpose
- "Specialize one's research"
- "This kind of beak has become specialized in certain galapagos finches"
synonym:
- specialize,
- specialise
4. Devote oneself to a special area of work
- "She specializes in honey bees"
- "This baker specializes in french bread"
synonym:
- specialize,
- specialise
5. Evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
synonym:
- speciate,
- differentiate,
- specialize,
- specialise
Examples of using
I specialize in medieval history.