definition of
specialise

[1] #1 specialise v. [specialize] devote oneself to a special area of work; "She specializes in honey bees"; "This baker specializes in French bread". wn

[2] #2 specialise v. [specify, particularize, particularise, specialize] be specific about; "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?". wn

[3] #3 specialise v. [specialize] suit to a special purpose; "specialize one's research"; "this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches". wn

[4] #4 specialise v. [specialize, narrow, narrow down] become more focus on an area of activity or field of study; "She specializes in Near Eastern history". wn

[5] #5 specialise v. [speciate, differentiate, specialize] evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment. wn