spec

spec
[[t]spe̱k[/t]]
1) N-PLURAL: also a pair of N Someone's specs are their glasses. [INFORMAL]

...a young businessman in his specs and suit.

2) N-COUNT The spec for something, especially a machine or vehicle, is its design and the features included in it. [INFORMAL]

The standard spec includes stainless steel holding tanks.

Syn:
3) PHRASE: PHR after v If you do something on spec, you do it hoping to get something that you want, but without being asked or without being certain to get it. [INFORMAL]

When searching for a job Adrian favours networking and writing letters on spec.


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