English · Culture & Society
specify
/ˈspɛs.ɪ.faɪ/
[/ˈspɛs.ɪ.faɪ/]
to state exactly
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Definition
To specify is to state something exactly and in detail. Exam questions may ask students to specify the conditions of an experiment.
Example
Specify the units you used in your measurements.
Specify the units you used in your measurements.
Etymology
From Latin 'specificare' meaning to make particular.
How & Where It’s Used
Used when an answer must give exact, detailed information.