specials

noun

a television production that features a particular person or work or topic

a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant

a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising

adjective

added to a regular schedule

first and most important

having a specific function or scope

adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose

surpassing what is common or usual or expected

for a special service or occasion

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

Roots

specerespeci- · Latin · to look, behold

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