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special

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈspɛʃəl/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈspɛʃəl/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(speshəl)


special
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Sense: Adjective: unusual
Synonyms:
unusual Collocations, unique Collocations, exceptional Collocations, significant Collocations, memorable Collocations, amazing Collocations, extraordinary Collocations, rare Collocations, limited Collocations, peculiar Collocations, distinctive Collocations, different Collocations, out of the ordinary, not your everyday (informal)
Antonyms:
common Collocations, ordinary Collocations, usual Collocations, standard Collocations, everyday Collocations, conventional Collocations, normal Collocations, unremarkable, dime-a-dozen, run-of-the-mill (informal), garden-variety
Sense: Adjective: intended for a particular purpose
Synonyms:
especial, specific Collocations, particular Collocations, certain Collocations, appropriate Collocations, proper Collocations, designated, specialized, specialised (UK), select Collocations, earmarked, individual Collocations, custom Collocations, customized, customised (UK), unique Collocations, tailored Collocations, bespoke (UK)
Antonyms:
general Collocations, unrestricted, indefinite, inappropriate Collocations, free Collocations, public Collocations, unlimited, copy Collocations, standard issue
Sense: Noun: featured dish
Synonyms:
specialty Collocations (US), speciality (UK), dish Collocations, dish of the day, course Collocations, chef's special, plat du jour, meal Collocations, deal Collocations
Antonyms:
set menu, buffet Collocations, self-service, usual fare
Sense: Noun: discount - informal
Synonyms:
special offer, discount Collocations, sale Collocations, deal Collocations, offer Collocations, promotion Collocations, special promotion, promo (informal), bargain price, bargain Collocations, low price, lower price


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