Meaning & Definition of Specify in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To state or identify something in detail.

  Example Sentence: Please specify your requirements for the project.

• Definition: To name or mention explicitly.

  Example Sentence: Can you specify which model you are interested in?

• Definition: To give a precise description of something.

  Example Sentence: The instructions specify how to assemble the furniture.

Etymology

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

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• 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.

Translations

• Spanish: especificar

• French: spécifier

• German: spezifizieren

• Russian: уточнять

Related Words

• 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.

Slang Meanings of specify

• Meaning: To get down to the nitty-gritty.

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

• Meaning: To lay it out straight.

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