specially

Etymology

From Middle English specialli, specially, equivalent to special + -ly.

adv

  1. For a special purpose, person, or occasion.
    We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
    The train is waiting specially for a high-ranking diplomat.
    The school is specially for any child whose schooling was disrupted by illness.
  2. (proscribed) extremely
    She's specially good at running.
  3. (proscribed) in particular
    I love all animals, specially cute furry ones.

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