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spe·cif·i·cal·ly | \ spi-ˈsi-fi-k(ə-)lē 
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\Definition of specifically
1 : in a specific manner : in a definite and exact way : with precision
instructed them specifically on how to proceed the people specifically named in the report The reasons for the change were not specifically mentioned. I specifically told her not to bother you. Knead the bread dough for several minutes, or, more specifically, until it forms a smooth ball.
2 —used to indicate the exact identity, purpose, or use of somethingThe show is aimed specifically at a female audience.Specifically, the stores are lowering the height of store shelving, changing out signs, repainting some areas and … putting products next to each other that customers typically buy together.— Jill Rick
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specifically
adverbEnglish Language Learners Definition of specifically
: in a definite and exact way
—used to indicate the exact purpose or use of something
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The first known use of specifically was in 1646
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