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Spec

Noun / spek / Another word for spec — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Spec is a shortened form of the word 'specification' which means a detailed description of something.

Synonyms & similar words

specification description detail particular specification specifying stipulation requirement note item element feature aspect characteristic attribute trait quality mark specimen sample example

Synonyms by register

Formal

specification standard criterion blueprint

Informal

details lowdown scoop info

Literary

outline sketch draft

Antonyms

general overview comprehensive complete full entire

Common collocations

  • spec sheet
  • design spec
  • technical spec
  • product spec
  • project spec
  • detailed spec
  • written spec

Word family

noun specification
verb specify
adjective specific
adverb specifically

Usage note

The word 'spec' is primarily used informally as a shortened form of 'specification'. In formal contexts, it's best to use the full word 'specification'.

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Example sentences

  1. The spec for the new car model was very detailed.
  2. The architect provided a spec for the new building.
  3. I need to read the spec before I can start working on the project.
  4. The spec included all of the requirements for the project.
  5. She gave a detailed spec of the problem to the technician.

Quotes

  • We were given a very detailed spec for the project.
  • The spec sheet listed all of the requirements for the job.
  • He spent hours writing the spec for the new software.

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