third-person singular verb
It says clearly and exactly what something is, what is needed, or which choice is meant.
The recipe specifies two cups of sugar.
The contract clearly specifies the payment terms.
American English
How to pronounce specifies
verbB2Common word
SPEHsuhfaiz
/ˈspɛ.səˌfaɪz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of specify
It says clearly and exactly what something is, what is needed, or which choice is meant.
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Useful expressions
as stated exactly in a document or rule
Payment is due as specified in the contract.
to give exact information in written form
Please specify your request in writing.
Related words & forms
The y changes to i before -ed and in specifies: specified, specifies. Before -ing, keep the y: specifying.