Meaning of particular(a) in English

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    particular(a)

    Definitions

    1. unique or specific to a person or thing or category

    Examples

    • « the particular demands of the job »
    • « has a paraticular preference for Chinese art »
    • « a peculiar bond of sympathy between them »
    • « an expression peculiar to Canadians »
    • « rights peculiar to the rich »
    • « th »

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  2. 2. separate and distinct from others

    Examples

    • « an exception in this particular case »

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  3. 3. separate and distinct from others of the same group or category

    Examples

    • « interested in one particular artist »
    • « a man who wishes to make a particular woman fall in love with him »

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  4. 4. surpassing what is common or usual or expected

    Examples

    • « 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 »
    • « what's so special about the year 20 »

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  5. 5. providing specific details or circumstances

    Examples

    • « a particular description of the room »

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