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specific medical definition
adjective
- Relating to, characterizing, or distinguishing a species.
- Intended for, applying to, or acting on a specified thing.
- Designating a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition.
- Having a remedial influence or effect on a particular disease.
- In immunology, having an affinity limited to a particular antibody or antigen.
A remedy intended for a particular ailment or disorder.
Related Forms:
- specifically adverb
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