specialism

Other forms: specialisms

Definitions of specialism
  1. noun
    the concentration of your efforts on a particular field of study or occupation
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    type of:
    absorption, concentration, engrossment, immersion
    complete attention; intense mental effort
  2. noun
    the special line of work you have adopted as your career
    synonyms: specialisation, speciality, specialization, specialty
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    type of:
    calling, career, vocation
    the particular occupation for which you are trained
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