speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē 

plural specialities

1

: a special mark or quality

2

: a special object or class of objects

3

a

: a special aptitude or skill

b

: specialty sense 3

Synonyms

• forte
• long suit
• métier
• metier
• specialty
• strong suit
• thing

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics

Recent Examples on the Web

Bates said that Biden is not being treated for Parkinsons and has not been seen by a neurologist outside of his three routine annual physical examinations when, like other Presidents, he was examined by a panel of doctors with different specialities. —Brian Bennett, TIME, 8 July 2024

For breakfast, Heavenly Biscuit is a Fort Myers institution near the beach, serving up the eponymous southern speciality from a food truck. —Dominic Kocur, theweek, 5 July 2024

Top-tier speciality ingredients Essential spice mixes, condiments, sauces, and more—all Bon Appétit–approved. —The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 3 July 2024

Making people move, both physically and spiritually, is Mavis Staples‘ speciality. —Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē 

plural specialities

: specialty