specialized
UK: ˈspeʃəlaɪzd | US: ˈspeʃəlaɪzd
adj. adapted or designed for a particular purpose or function
adj. having or involving detailed knowledge or training in a specific field
v. (past tense of specialize) to focus on or develop expertise in a particular area
The word "specialized" originates from the Latin root specialis (meaning "particular" or "individual"), derived from species ("kind" or "appearance"). The suffix -ize (from Greek -izein) converts nouns or adjectives into verbs, indicating "to make or become." The addition of -ed marks the past participle form, turning the verb into an adjective. Over time, "specialized" evolved to describe something tailored for a specific purpose or someone with focused expertise.
The hospital has specialized equipment for heart surgeries.
She specialized in marine biology during her graduate studies.
This tool is highly specialized for precision engineering tasks.
The course is designed for specialized training in cybersecurity.
His research became more specialized as he progressed in his career.