non-universality

u·ni·ver·sal·i·ty

[yoo-nuh-ver-sal-i-tee]
noun, plural u·ni·ver·sal·i·ties.
1.
the character or state of being universal; existence or prevalence everywhere.
2.
relation, extension, or applicability to all.
3.
universal character or range of knowledge, interests, etc.

Origin:
1325–75; Middle English universalite < Late Latin ūniversālitās. See universal, -ity

non·u·ni·ver·sal·i·ty, noun
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universality (ˌjuːnɪvɜːˈsælɪtɪ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
the state or quality of being universal

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