specialize

Verb
  1. Become more focused on an area of activity or field of study (synset 200438402)
    "She specializes in Near Eastern history"
    is a type of: alter, change, vary - become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
    subtypes: overspecialise, overspecialize - become overly specialized
    same as: narrow, narrow down, specialise
  2. Be specific about (synset 201023982)
    "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"
    is a type of: dilate, elaborate, enlarge, expand, expatiate, exposit, expound, flesh out, lucubrate - add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing
    subtypes: spell out - make explicit; specify in detail
    same as: particularise, particularize, specialise, specify
  3. Suit to a special purpose (synset 200438687)
    "specialize one's research"; "this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches"
    is a type of: modify - make less severe or harsh or extreme
    same as: specialise
  4. Devote oneself to a special area of work (synset 202451029)
    "She specializes in honey bees"; "This baker specializes in French bread"
    is a type of: work - exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
    same as: specialise
  5. Evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment (synset 200119074)
    is a type of: evolve - undergo development or evolution
    same as: differentiate, specialise, speciate

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