English Dictionary
Definition peculiar in British English
peculiar adjectiveWhat are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adjectiveWhat are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/pɪˈkjuːliə(r)/
1
strange, often in an unpleasant way
Example
a peculiar smell
Example
I felt a little bit peculiar (=ill) and had to lie down.
2
especially true or typical of a particular person, thing, or situation
Example
Each person's handwriting has its own peculiar characteristics.
Example
Water holds a peculiar fascination for children.
Example
We shared an excitement peculiar to bird watchers.
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