C1nounformaltechnologywork
US/ˌspes.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌspes.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
a detailed description of how something must be made or what it must be able to do
In context
Before buying a laptop, compare the specifications of different models.
The bridge was built to a high specification to survive earthquakes.
The client changed the specification twice, so the project ran late.
Words that go with specification
adjective + noun
- technical specificationThe technical specifications are listed on the back of the box.
- detailed specificationThe engineers prepared a detailed specification for the new machine.
- exact specificationsThe furniture was made to our exact specifications.
noun + noun
- product specificationCheck the product specification before you order.
verb + noun
- meet the specificationThe parts did not meet the specification and were sent back.
noun + preposition
- specification forWe need a clear specification for the new website.