Dictionary entries for 'specialty'

Synonyms

spe·cial·ty (spĕsh́əl-tē)

noun: pl., -ties.

A special pursuit, occupation, aptitude, or skill. See synonyms at forte¹
A branch of medicine or surgery, such as cardiology or neurosurgery, in which a physician specializes; the field or practice of a specialist.
A special feature or characteristic; a peculiarity.
The state or quality of being special or distinctive.
An item or a product of a distinctive kind or of particular superiority: French pastry is the chef's specialty.
Law A special contract or agreement, especially a deed kept under seal.