Definition of especial
:being distinctive: such as
a
:directed toward a particular individual, group, or end
- sent especial greetings to his son
- took especial care to speak clearly
b
:of special note or importance :unusually great or significant
- a decision of especial relevance
c
:highly distinctive or personal :peculiar
- had an especial dislike for music
e
:specific, particular
- had no especial destination in mind
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in especial
:in particular
