a special offering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising; they are having a special on pork chops'
a dish or meal given prominence in e.g. a restaurant
a television production that features a particular person or work or topic; the last of a series of BBC specials on Iran is being shown tonight'
special (n.)
unique or specific to a person or thing or category; the particular demands of the job; has a particular preference for Chinese art; a peculiar bond of sympathy between them; an expression peculiar to Canadians; rights peculiar to the rich; the special features of a computer; my own special chair
[ Syn: particular , peculiar ]
for a special service or occasion; a special correspondent; a special adviser to the committee; had to get special permission for the event'
surpassing what is common or usual or expected; he paid especial attention to her; exceptional kindness; a matter of particular and unusual importance; a special occasion; a special reason to confide in her; whats so special about the year 2000?
[ Syn: especial , exceptional , particular ]
adapted to or reserved for a particular purpose; a special kind of paint; a special medication for arthritis'
having a specific function or scope; a special (or specific) role in the mission
[ Syn: limited ]
first and most important; his special interest is music; she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer work
[ Syn: particular ]
added to a regular schedule; a special holiday flight; put on special buses for the big game
[ Syn: extra ]