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Specifications
Definition
A detailed description or assessment of requirements, dimensions, materials, etc., for a proposed product, process, or service.
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- product specifications
- technical specifications
- detailed specifications
- project specifications
- design specifications
- user specifications
- meeting specifications
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Usage note
Specifications are typically used in technical, engineering, or manufacturing contexts to describe precise requirements. Avoid using it for general descriptions.
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Example sentences
- The builder followed the specifications to make sure the house was safe and sound.
- The teacher gave us specifications for the essay we had to write.
- The chef followed the recipe specifications to make the perfect dish.
- The engineer had to check the specifications to make sure the bridge was strong enough.
- The company had to meet the customer's specifications in order to get the contract.
Quotes
Specifications are a kind of poetry. - Charles Eames
Specifications express the essential characteristics of products or services and are designed to meet the needs of customers. - ISO
Specifications are the language of design and engineering. - Michael Graves
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