specialism

[spesh-uh-liz-uh m]

noun

devotion or restriction to a particular pursuit, branch of study, etc.

Origin of specialism

First recorded in 1855–60; special + -ism

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Historical Examples of specialism

But the practical result of the dilemma is the rise of specialism.
At Large
Arthur Christopher Benson
Specialism in Society then is, we think, one cause of our present state.
Lay Morals
Robert Louis Stevenson
Specialism at the bar, or by the bedside, leads to perfection and attains results.
Marse Henry (Vol. 2)
Henry Watterson
Specialism in Society then, is, we think, one cause of our present state.
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25)
Robert Louis Stevenson
Possibly the advantages of specialism might be retained and yet the elasticity of supply be enhanced.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 5
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British Dictionary definitions for specialism

specialism

noun

the act or process of specializing in something, or the thing itself

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