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Webster 1913 Edition
Specially
Spe′cial-ly
,adv.
1.
In a special manner; particularly; especially.
Chaucer.
2.
For a particular purpose;
as, a meeting of the legislature is
. specially
summonedWebster 1828 Edition
Specially
SPECIALLY
, adv.1.
Particularly; in a manner beyond what is common, or out of the ordinary course. Every signal deliverance form danger ought to be specially noticed as a divine interposition.2.
For a particular purpose. A meeting of the legislature is specially summoned.3.
Chiefly; specially.Definition 2024
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See also: 'specially
English
Adverb
specially (not comparable)
- For a special purpose.
- We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
- (proscribed) extremely
- She's specially good at running.
- (proscribed) in particular
- I love all animals, specially cute furry ones.
Usage notes
- Senses 2 and 3 are non-standard; in such cases, especially is far more common, and considered correct.
Translations
in a special manner
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