speciality

noun

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

Synonyms of speciality

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics
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Eateries and chefs will be releasing speciality dishes and prix-fixe meals. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026 Star dishes include Nobu’s own specialities and those inspired by Barcelona’s coast. Eddi Fiegel, Robb Report, 7 May 2026 Her biting and formally audacious narratives examine class, politics and — a speciality — the interiority of women through enigmatic portraits of psychologically complex individuals. Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026 Aéropostale Teenage speciality retailer Aéropostale is getting in on the motorsport action with a new Formula 1 capsule collection. Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for speciality

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 21 May. 2026.

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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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