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Definition specialization in British English

specialization noun

noun
/ˌspeʃəlaɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the study of a particular part of a wider subject

Example

The course offers three areas of specialization - fine art, graphic design, and fashion.

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1.1

a particular part of a wider subject that someone studies especially thoroughly

Example

Applications for nurse specializations may be sent to the School of Nursing.

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Definition specialization in British English