plural specialisms
British
: a particular subject or area of study or practice
The professor's specialism [=specialty] is labor law.
—often + ina doctor whose specialism [=specialty, specialization] is in blood disorders [=a doctor who specializes in blood disorders]
an accounting firm with a specialism in corporate mergers
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“Specialism.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/specialism. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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