specialize

Specialize is to become an expert on a specific matter or to devote your time and efforts to a specific field.

(verb)

An example of specialize is a doctor who studies the heart to provide care for cardiac patients.

See specialize in Webster's New World College Dictionary

Origin: Fr spécialiser

intransitive verb

to make a special study of something or work only in one part or branch of a subject, profession, etc.: to specialize in medieval history
Biol. to become adapted to meet a special condition, use, etc.

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See specialize in American Heritage Dictionary 4

verb spe·cial·ized, spe·cial·iz·ing, spe·cial·iz·es

verb, intransitive

To pursue a special activity, occupation, or field of study.
Biology To develop so as to become adapted to a specific function or environment; undergo specialization.
To concentrate on a particular activity or product: The shop specializes in mountain-climbing gear.

verb, transitive

To make specific mention of; particularize.
To give a particular character or function to: specialized her field of research.
Biology To adapt to a particular function or environment; cause to undergo specialization.
To specify the payee in endorsing (a check).

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