specialization
noun/ˌspɛʃələˈzeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #9,681 most common English word
Meaning
The process of focusing on and becoming expert in a particular subject or skill.
Example sentence
Her specialization in marine biology made her the ideal candidate for the research position.
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