• Specially

    Pronunciation

    Origin

    special + -ly

    Full definition of specially

    Adverb

    specially

    1. For a special purpose.''We had this cake made specially for your birthday.
    2. (proscribed) extremelyShe's specially good at running.
    3. (proscribed) in particularI love all animals, specially cute furry ones.

    Usage notes

    Senses 2 and 3 are non-standard; in such cases, especially is far more common, and considered correct.

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