specify
Pronunciation: /ˈspɛs.ɪ.faɪ/
The English word “specify” has 4 meanings listed here.
verb
- To state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.
- To include in a specification.
- To bring about a specific result.
- To speak explicitly or in detail (often used with of).
Etymology
From Middle English specifien, from Old French specifier, especefier, or directly from Medieval Latin specificō, from specificus (“specific”).
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