1630s, "having a special quality," from French spécifique and directly from Late Latin specificus "constituting a kind or sort" (in Medieval Latin "specific, particular"), from Latin species "kind, sort" (see species). Earlier form was specifical (early 15c.). Meaning "definite, precise" first recorded 1740. Related: Specifically; specificness.
specific (n.)
"a specific quality or detail," 1690s, from specific (adj.).
specific 双语例句
1. Your decision must be translated into specific, concrete actions.
你的决定必须转化为具体明确的行动。
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2. I'll start with some generalities and then examine a few specific examples.
我首先进行概述，然后会分析几个实例。
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3. Most companies are looking to sponsor students on specific courses.
大部分公司在寻求机会资助学习某些特定课程的学生.
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4. The specific impact of the greenhouse effect is unknowable.
温室效应的具体影响无法知道。
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5. Specific groups may be formed to address specific issues.