peculiar
[pʰə̥ˈkʰj̊uːljʊə][pʰə̥ˈkʰj̊uljɚ]
noun
- 1
That which is peculiar; a sole or exclusive property; a prerogative; a characteristic.
- 2
(canon law) an ecclesiastical district, parish, chapel or church outside the jurisdiction of the bishop of the diocese in which it is situated.
adjective
- 1
Out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.
“It would be rather peculiar to see a kangaroo hopping down a city street.”
- 2
Common or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.
“Kangaroos are peculiar to Australia.”
- 3
One's own; belonging solely or especially to an individual; not shared or possessed by others.
- 4
Particular; individual; special; appropriate.
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