1. (noun)special a specialoffering (usually temporary and at a reduced price) that is featured in advertising "they are having a special on pork chops"
4. (adj)particular(a), peculiar(a), special(a) unique or specific to a person or thing or category "the particular demands of the job"; "has a particular preference for Chinese art"; "a peculiar bond of sympathy between them"; "an expression peculiar to Canadians"; "rights peculiar to the rich"; "the special features of a computer"; "my own special chair"
5. (adj)special for a specialservice or occasion "a special correspondent"; "a special adviser to the committee"; "had to get special permission for the event"
6. (adj)especial(a), exceptional, particular(a), special surpassing what is common or usual or expected
"he paid especial attention to her"; "exceptional kindness"; "a matter of particular and unusual importance"; "a special occasion"; "a special reason to confide in her"; "what's so special about the year 2000?"
7. (adj)special adapted to or reserved for a particularpurpose "a special kind of paint"; "a special medication for arthritis"
8. (adj)limited, special having a specificfunction or scope "a special (or specific) role in the mission"
9. (adj)particular, special first and most important
"his special interest is music"; "she gets special (or particular) satisfaction from her volunteer work"
10. (adj)extra, special added to a regularschedule "a special holiday flight"; "put on special buses for the big game"