special, especial, specific, particular, individual mean of or relating to one thing or class. special stresses having a quality, character, identity, or use of its own.

SPECIAL definition: 1. not ordinary or usual: 2. especially great or important, or having a quality that most similar…. Learn more.

Define special. special synonyms, special pronunciation, special translation, English dictionary definition of special. adj. 1. Surpassing what is common or usual; exceptional: a special occasion; a special treat.

SPECIAL meaning: 1 : different from what is normal or usual; 2 : unusual in a good way better or more important than others

Someone or something that is special is different from normal, often in a way that makes them better or more important than other people or things.

Special, particular, specific refer to something pointed out for attention and consideration. Special means given unusual treatment because of being uncommon: a special sense of a word.

The word 'special' originated in Middle English from the Old French 'especial', which means 'particular' or 'appropriate'. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to something better, greater, or different …

Special education (special ed. or SPED), also known as special-needs education, aided education, alternative provision, exceptional student education, or special day class (SDC), is the practice of …

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