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specificative

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spec⋅i⋅fy

  [spes-uh-fahy] verb, -fied, -fy⋅ing.
Use specificative in a Sentence
–verb (used with object)
1. to mention or name specifically or definitely; state in detail: He did not specify the amount needed.
2. to give a specific character to.
3. to set forth as a specification.
4. to name or state as a condition: He specified that he be given my power of attorney.
–verb (used without object)
5. to make a specific mention or statement.
Origin:
1250–1300; ME specyfyen < OF specifier < ML specificāre. See specific, -fy

Related forms:
spec⋅i⋅fi⋅ca⋅tive  [spes-uh-fi-key-tiv] , adjective
spec⋅i⋅fi⋅ca⋅tive⋅ly, adverb
spec⋅i⋅fi⋅er, noun

Synonyms:
1. detail, indicate, enumerate, stipulate.
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