speciality

noun

spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspe-shē-ˈa-lə-tē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
1
: a special mark or quality
2
: a special object or class of objects
3
a
: a special aptitude or skill

Examples of speciality in a Sentence

my speciality is linguistics
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Infrared is the James Webb Space Telescope's speciality, and is in fact why the JWST has been so iconic in showing us things in the universe that have remained hidden for so long. Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 31 Jan. 2025 Opportunity drawings will be held for speciality baskets with seasonal themes. Maureen Robertson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025 The speciality menu includes the Concha Chicken Sandwich — a chicken breast fillet marinated in reposado tequila and topped with tequila lime slaw. Luke Chinman, People.com, 28 Jan. 2025 The menu: Pastries galore, speciality sandwiches — served on either a bagel, focaccia, loaf or brioche bun — and a daily, rotating offering of fresh breads. Meira Gebel, Axios, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for speciality 

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of speciality was in 1625

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“Speciality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speciality. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.

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speciality

noun
spe·​ci·​al·​i·​ty ˌspesh-ē-ˈal-ət-ē How to pronounce speciality (audio)
plural specialities
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