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specialize

spe·cial·ize [ spéshə lz ] (past and past participle spe·cial·ized, present participle spe·cial·iz·ing, 3rd person present singular spe·cial·iz·es)


verb 
Definition:
 
1. intransitive verb devote time to activity: to devote time exclusively to an interest, skill, or field of study
She's specializing in pediatrics.

2. intransitive verb concentrate on product: to concentrate on a particular activity, area, or group of products
The store specializes in water sports.

3. transitive verb adapt something to specific purpose: to adapt something to suit a specific purpose

4. intransitive verb become adapted: to become adapted to a specific function or condition

5. transitive verb specify something: to specify or make specific mention of something

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