speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
1
: a special mark or quality
2
: a special object or class of objects
3
a
: a special aptitude or skill

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Sushi and sashimi are the house specialities, although the traditional Japanese charcoal grill (robata) is also something special. Michele Robson, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 But that doesn’t mean the entire speciality is set to dissolve. Jane Thier, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2024 Erkel also helped launch a large Japanese fast fashion retailer in the U.S. and helped women’s speciality retailer Ann Taylor go omnichannel. Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 15 Feb. 2024 Lindsay, an international lawyer with 20 years of experience, has a speciality in international arbitration, public international law and international human rights law. Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2024 Their speciality is lobster, but whatever happens to be the catch of the day is a good bet. Sarah Souli, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2024 Focusing on their specialities, Bryant works on marketing from the label’s New York City office, while Grant, based in Los Angeles, prioritizes artist and repertoire, also known as A&R. Payton Kirol, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2024 Advertisement The 2023 Chargers never came together, particularly on defense, which was Staley’s speciality. Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2023 The menu will include speciality teas, cold coffee and blended beverages. Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 7 Dec. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of speciality was in 1625

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“Speciality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speciality. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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speciality

noun
spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
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