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expertise

1 American  
[ek-sper-teez] / ˌɛk spərˈtiz /

noun

  1. expert skill or knowledge; expertness; know-how.

    business expertise.

  2. a written opinion by an expert, as concerning the authenticity or value of a work of art, manuscript, etc.

expertise 2 American  
[ek-sper-tahyz] / ˈɛk spərˌtaɪz /

verb (used with or without object)

Chiefly British.
expertised, expertising

  1. expertize.

expertise British  
/ ˌɛkspɜːˈtiːz /

noun

  1. special skill, knowledge, or judgment; expertness

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Etymology

Origin of expertise

First recorded in 1865–70; from French: “survey, report (made by experts),” with -ise understood as an abstract noun suffix; expert, -ise 2

Example Sentences

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At every turn, it seems, the right people show up, offering funds and expertise.

From The Wall Street Journal

Beyond being a catalyst for small-business growth, this program has been a godsend for many mentors whose talents and expertise enter a new realm of importance.

From The Wall Street Journal

It plans to invite a strategic partner to acquire a 20%-30% stake in subsidiary Telkom InfraCo, prioritizing expertise that can enhance operational performance and accelerate growth, the analysts note.

From The Wall Street Journal

His areas of expertise include mergers and acquisitions, cars, semiconductors, real estate and currencies.

From The Wall Street Journal

Still, Rubio exuded confidence when talking about Latin America, one of his strongest area of expertise.

From BBC

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