specialty

noun

ˈspe-shəl-tē How to pronounce specialty (audio)
Definition of specialtynext
1
as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence a doctor with a specialty in neurology

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2
as in speciality
something for which a person shows a special talent singing operatic works is my specialty

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Recent Examples of specialty The specialty grocer stocks majority Mexican products, as well items from El Salvador, Colombia, the Dominican Republic and other countries. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 Fathom Entertainment, the specialty distributor jointly owned by major theater chains AMC, Cinemark and Regal, has named Jason Brenek its new CEO. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026 Right Start your day at Candlewood Farms Coffee & Bakery with a specialty coffee or chai while noshing on small-batch bagels, breads, and other baked goods. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 Worthy, meanwhile, is known for his speed, meaning deeper routes are likely to be a greater specialty. — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for specialty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specialty
  1. area
  2. speciality
  3. department
  4. realm
  5. domain
  6. field
  7. element
  8. walk
Noun
  • The warning sign against Japan came when Casemiro picked up a yellow card in the 14th minute for a clumsy foul on the edge of the area.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 July 2026
  • Wildlife officials caught and euthanized two alligators in the area, which measured 12 feet and 13 feet.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of area
Noun
  • The four-course tasting menu focuses on the sea, with dishes showcasing regional specialities such as clipfish, cod, the catch of the day and even whale.
    — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • In a clever nod to the regional speciality of porcelain, it’s all served on plates by local makers Bernardaud, decorated by the artist Marco Brambilla.
    — James Rampton, TheWeek, 9 July 2026
Definition of speciality
Noun
  • The department said the tragedy is an important reminder to drivers to always make sure children are not left in cars, especially in hot weather.
    — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
  • Additional details are expected to be released on Monday, the department said.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
Definition of department
Noun
  • The court also limited its ruling to the realm of sports, leaving for another day fights over bathroom and locker room access for trans students.
    — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • Sporting nirvana When Fernández’s header hit the net nearly 10 minutes later, those Argentines ascended into a realm of sporting nirvana that might come along once or twice in a lifetime.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
Definition of realm
Noun
  • Kinaxis wants to be responsible for the outcomes and maintenance of these composable solutions by deploying teams that provide customers with domain, industry, and technical expertise, depending on the stage of the journey.
    — Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • If that happens, future AI systems could span multiple racks while behaving as a single computing domain, connected via a mix of electrical, optical, and perhaps other emerging technologies.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 9 July 2026
Definition of domain
Noun
  • The team combined two fast-growing areas of quantum research by using a magnetic topological material to study non-Hermitian physics, an emerging field that examines systems with unconventional behavior.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • Devers furthered the Giants’ cause with a ground-rule double that lodged itself under the padding along the right-field line, scoring Schmitt.
    — Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 10 July 2026
Definition of field
Noun
  • The space is a balance between tropical escape and late-night lounge, with moody lighting, sexy design elements and music that keeps the energy elevated throughout the evening.
    — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
  • The Samba sneakers add a sporty element, while proving to be comfortable and easy to walk around in around New York City.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026
Definition of element
Noun
  • Seigler drew a one-out walk and advanced to third on Ceddanne Rafaela’s team-leading 21st double.
    — Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026
  • Cabrera allowed four runs on four hits and two walks in 4⅓ innings and the Padres piled on against Arizona’s bullpen in slipping ahead of the Diamondbacks in the wild-card race.
    — Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of walk

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