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specialized

adj.
US //ˈspɛʃəˌɫaɪzd// spe·cial·ized
  1. 1 expert or specific (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    designed for a specific purpose or requiring expert knowledge.

    designed for a particular purpose or requiring specific expertise; often used to describe equipment, knowledge, or professional roles.

    Example

    The hospital has specialized equipment for treating rare heart conditions.

    Example

    The project requires specialized knowledge of international maritime law, which few consultants in this region possess.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun it modifies.

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