Word of the Day:
specify
What It Means
To state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.
To include in a specification.
To bring about a specific result.
Specify in Context
“It seems to me that whoever at the Department of Transport or the train operating companies, or both, is specifying the standard of seats these days has taken leave of their senses and opted for cheapness over comfort.”
Did You Know?
From Middle English specifien, from Old French specifier, especefier, or directly from Medieval Latin specificō, from specificus (“specific”).
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