special

IPA: spˈɛʃʌɫ

noun

  • A reduction in consumer cost (usually for a limited time) for items or services rendered.
  • One of a rotation of meals systematically offered for a lower price at a restaurant.
  • (broadcasting) Unusual or exceptional episode of a series.
  • (Britain, colloquial) A special constable.
  • Anything that is not according to normal practice, plan, or schedule, as an unscheduled run of transportation that is normally scheduled.
  • Any unlicensed medicine produced or obtained for a specific individual patient.
  • (journalism) A correspondent; a journalist sent to the scene of an event to report back.
  • (journalism) A dispatch sent back by a special correspondent.
  • (theater) A light that illuminates a specific person or thing on the stage.

verb

  • (nursing) To supervise a patient one-on-one.

adjective

  • Distinguished by a unique or unusual quality.
  • Of particular value or interest; dear; beloved.
  • (euphemistic) Of or related to disabilities, especially learning or intellectual disabilities.
  • (by extension, derogatory, often offensive) Stupid, lacking intelligence.
  • Constituting or relating to a species.
  • Chief in excellence.
  • (military) Of or related to unconventional warfare.
  • (law) Appointed specifically to examine a single event or issue.
  • (euphemistic) Containing drugs, especially marijuana.
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Examples of "special" in Sentences

  • She baked a special cake for her best friend's birthday
  • The teacher had a special surprise for the students on the last day of school
  • The old photograph held a special place in her heart, reminding her of happy times
  • The company was known for its special deals and discounts for loyal customers
  • He felt a special connection with the stray puppy he rescued from the streets

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