specialization

noun

spe·​cial·​i·​za·​tion ˌspe-sh(ə-)lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: a making or becoming specialized

2

a

: structural adaptation of a body part to a particular function or of an organism for life in a particular environment

b

: a body part or an organism adapted by specialization

Examples of specialization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Imprecise messaging that is unrelated to HCP’s needs/specialization. —Harshit Jain, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Move toward a model of program specializations at each campus. —Kelly Meyerhofer, Journal Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2024

Reputation And History When choosing a staffing agency for finance roles, consider their specialization in your market segment, as well as their track record and reputation. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 14 Oct. 2024

Realizing the Power of Data This realization about the power of data in making informed business decisions profoundly impacted Rohit and greatly influenced his decision to study software engineering with a specialization in database management at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. —Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 20 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing specialization

• sub-specialization

Kids Definition

specialization

noun

spe·​cial·​i·​za·​tion ˌspesh-(ə-)lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: a making or becoming specialized

2

a

: a change in the structure of a body part so that it becomes suited for performing a particular function or of a whole plant or animal so that it is suited for life in a particular environment

b

: a body part or an organism changed by specialization

Medical Definition

specialization

noun

spe·​cial·​iza·​tion ˌspesh-(ə-)lə-ˈzā-shən 

variants also British specialisation

ˌspesh-ə-ˌlī- 

1

: a making or becoming specialized

specialization in pediatrics

2

a

: structural adaptation of a body part to a particular function or of an organism for life in a particular environment

b

: a body part or an organism adapted by specialization