26984 words

specify

3 definitions • 11 examples
1
to explain or describe something clearly and exactly:

Examples:

He said we should meet but didn't specify a time.
The peace treaty clearly specifies the terms for the withdrawal of troops.
[ + question word ] The newspaper report did not specify how the men were killed.
[ + (that) ] My contract specifies (that) I must give a month's notice if I leave my job.
2
to state or describe something clearly and exactly:

Examples:

[ + question word ] He didn’t specify how much was spent on advertising.
3
to state or describe something clearly and exactly:

Examples:

He said we should meet but didn't specify a time.
My contract specifies that I must give a month's notice if I leave my job.
The loan must be repaid by a specified date.
The land is zoned for development within a specified period of five years.

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