specification
noun
spec·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌspe-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən 
ˌspes-fə-
1
: the act or process of specifying
2
a
: a detailed precise presentation of something or of a plan or proposal for something
—usually used in plural
b
: a statement of legal particulars (as of charges or of contract terms)
also
: a single item of such statement
c
: a written description of an invention for which a patent is sought
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First things first, Honda hasn't revealed much official data or specification just yet.
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New Atlas, 19 July 2025
Standard specifications ensure that all community members can cross the roads safely, while advanced warning systems alert drivers about pedestrians approaching.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 15 July 2025
Honda offered a $1,000 settlement Khoury said a vehicle inspection at Bergstrom showed that three of the minivan’s wheels were properly aligned and the fourth was only slightly out of specification.
—Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Solution: To ensure your light bulb is compatible with your switch, check the bulb’s specifications before purchasing a replacement.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
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New Atlas, 19 July 2025
Standard specifications ensure that all community members can cross the roads safely, while advanced warning systems alert drivers about pedestrians approaching.
—Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 15 July 2025
Honda offered a $1,000 settlement Khoury said a vehicle inspection at Bergstrom showed that three of the minivan’s wheels were properly aligned and the fourth was only slightly out of specification.
—Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
Solution: To ensure your light bulb is compatible with your switch, check the bulb’s specifications before purchasing a replacement.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for specification
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“Specification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/specification. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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specification
noun
spec·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌspes-(ə-)fə-ˈkā-shən
1
: the act or process of specifying
2
a
: a description of work to be done or materials to be used
—usually used in plural
the architect's specifications for a new building
b
: a single specified item
Legal Definition
specification
noun
spec·i·fi·ca·tion
ˌspe-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən
: a detailed precise presentation of something or of a plan or proposal for something: as
a
: a written statement containing a description of particulars (as of charges or contract terms)
b
: a written description of an invention or discovery for which a patent is sought that embodies the manner and process of making and using the invention or discovery and concludes with a claim of that aspect for which the applicant demands credit
c
: a written description of construction work to be done forming part of the contract
—usually used in pl.
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