n. The fact or condition of being special or particular; particularity of origin, cause, use, significance, etc.n. The special or distinctive nature of anything; essence; principle; groundwork.n. A special quality or characteristic; a distinguishing feature; a speciality. See speciality, 1.n. A special or particular matter or thing; something specific or exceptional in character, relation, use, or the like.n. A special employment or pursuit; a distinct occupation or division of duty or interest; that which one does especially, either by choice or by assignment.n. A special product or manufacture; something made in a special manner or form, or especially characteristic of the producer or of the place of production: as, a dealer in specialties; also, an article to which a dealer professes to pay special attention or care, or which is alleged to possess special advantages in regard to quality, quantity, or price: as, fountain-pens a specialty. See the second quotation under speciality, 2.n. In law, an instrument under seal, containing an express or implied agreement for the payment of money.