Specification Definition

specification
noun
  1. a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work
  2. naming explicitly
  3. (patent law) a document drawn up by the applicant for a patent of invention that provides an explicit and detailed description of the nature and use of an invention
  4. a restriction that is insisted upon as a condition for an agreement

"Specification" in song lyrics

See how specification is used in real songs:

  • "custom fishing rod built to specification"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pet data sheet specification"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sheet rock specification"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "specification"

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