Meaning of “spec” in the English Dictionary

English
Contents

"spec" in English

See all translations

specnoun

uk ​ /spek/ us ​ /spek/ informal

(Definition of “spec” from the Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

"spec" in American English

See all translations

specnoun [ C usually pl ]

us ​ /spek/

› short form ofspecification:

We’re drawing up the specs for your new bathroom this week.

(Definition of “spec” from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

"spec" in Business English

See all translations

specnoun [ C or U ]

/spek/ uk ​ us ​ US also specs [ plural ]

› informal abbreviation for specification :

Always look at the car's spec before you sign a contract.
high/basic spec The PC with the most basic spec is the cheapest.
How much does it cost to continue retooling a mold when a customer keeps changing design specs?
on spec

› taking a chance, without being sure that you will get what you want:

The builders built homes on spec - prior to finding a buyer.

(Definition of “spec” from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

Translations of “spec”
 
Need a translator?

Translator tool

Get a quick, free translation!

What is the pronunciation of spec?
Browse