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  • Definition
    • special :a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising
      • they are having a special on pork chops

    • special :unique or specific to a person or thing or category
      • the particular demands of the job|has a particular preference for Chinese art|a peculiar bond of sympathy between them|an expression peculiar to Canadians|rights peculiar to the rich|the special features of a computer|my own special chair

    • special :for a special service or occasion
      • a special correspondent|a special adviser to the committee|had to get special permission for the event

    • special :a television production that features a particular person or work or topic
      • the last of a series of BBC specials on Iran is being shown tonight

    • special :surpassing what is common or usual or expected
      • he paid especial attention to her|exceptional kindness|a matter of particular and unusual importance|a special occasion|a special reason to confide in her|what's so special about the year 2000?

    • special :adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose
      • a special kind of paint|a special medication for arthritis

    • special :having a specific function or scope
      • a special (or specific) role in the mission

    • special :first and most important
      • his special interest is music|she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer work

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