special

special
special ADJECTIVE 1) better, greater, or otherwise different from what is usual. 2) designed for or belonging to a particular person, place, or event. 3) (of a subject) studied in particular depth. 4) (of education) for children with particular needs, especially those with learning difficulties.
NOUN 1) something designed or organized for a particular occasion or purpose. 2) a dish not on the regular menu but served on a particular day. 3) a person assigned to a special duty.
DERIVATIVES specialness noun.
ORIGIN Latin specialis, from species 'appearance' .

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