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Added 9 October 2026

specify

/ˈspɛs.ɪ.faɪ/ verb

Latin root: specificō Wiktionary

verb Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about specify at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

Specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement.
The will stipulates that she can live in the house for the rest of her life
Decide upon or fix definitely.
fix the variables
Determine the essential quality of.

Origin

From Middle English specifien, from Old French specifier, especefier, or directly from Medieval Latin specificō, from specificus (“specific”).

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