'Specialize' definitions:

Definition of 'specialize'

From: WordNet
verb
Become more focus on an area of activity or field of study; "She specializes in Near Eastern history" [syn: specialize, specialise, narrow, narrow down] [ant: branch out, broaden, diversify]
verb
Be specific about; "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?" [syn: specify, particularize, particularise, specialize, specialise] [ant: generalise, generalize]
verb
Suit to a special purpose; "specialize one's research"; "this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches" [syn: specialize, specialise]
verb
Devote oneself to a special area of work; "She specializes in honey bees"; "This baker specializes in French bread" [syn: specialize, specialise]
verb
Evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment [syn: speciate, differentiate, specialize, specialise]

Definition of 'Specialize'

From: GCIDE
  • Specialize \Spe"cial*ize\, v. t.
  • 1. To mention specially; to particularize. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. To apply to some specialty or limited object; to assign to a specific use; as, specialized knowledge. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. (Biol.) To supply with an organ or organs having a special function or functions. [1913 Webster]