Main Entry:

spe·cial·ly

Pronunciation:

\ˈspe-sh(ə-)lē\

Function:

adverb

Date:

14th century

1: in a special manner <treated her friends specially>2 a: for a special purpose <dresses made specially for the occasion> b: in particular : specifically <made specially for you>3: especially 2 <makes a specially fine curry> <was specially pleased with the gift>