noun

speciality

specialty, area of expertise, signature dish

His speciality is criminal law.

His specialty is criminal law.

The restaurant's speciality is seafood paella.

The restaurant's specialty is seafood paella.

((sb.'s specialty)) ((is sth.)) someone's area of expertise His specialty is ancient history.

Synonyms: expertise, forte (for skill); signature dish (for food)

From 'special' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ty', which indicates a quality or state.

A 'specialty' is a 'special' skill or product someone is known for. Note the American spelling 'specialty' vs. British 'speciality'.

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