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specialty

Pronunciation: /ˈspɛʃ(ə)lti/
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Definition of specialty

noun (plural specialties)

  • 1chiefly North American & Medicineanother term for speciality.
  • 2 Law a contract under seal.

Origin:

Middle English (denoting special affection or attachment): shortening of Old French especialte, from especial (see special)

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