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specify
[spes-uh-fahy]
verb (used with object)
to mention or name specifically or definitely; state in detail.
He did not specify the amount needed.
to give a specific character to.
to set forth as a specification.
to name or state as a condition.
He specified that he be given my power of attorney.
verb (used without object)
to make a specific mention or statement.
specify
/ ˈspɛsɪfɪˌkeɪtɪv, ˈspɛsɪˌfaɪ /
verb
to refer to or state specifically
to state as a condition
to state or include in the specification of
Other Word Forms
- specificative adjective
- specificatively adverb
- specifier noun
- misspecified adjective
- nonspecified adjective
- prespecify verb (used with object)
- respecify verb
- underspecified adjective
- underspecify verb (used with object)
- unspecified adjective
- unspecifying adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of specify1
Example Sentences
Cox declined to specify potential vertiport locations the company is considering in Southern California for competitive reasons.
“Nope,” she says, laughing as she declines to specify — though she notes that she’s not referring to anything in the show.
The Chinese foreign ministry has said that more details about the visa will be released by Chinese embassies and consulates abroad, without specifying a timeline.
The department did not specify the project names or locations, but said the awards had been issued by multiple offices, including the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations and the Office Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
Police also offered a reward last year, but did not specify the amount.
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