Definition of Peculiar
Peculiar
pe·cu·liar
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
distinctive or unique to a particular person, group, or thing;
e.g. Such behavior is peculiar to this species, since they are the only birds that do it.
(adjective)
different in terms of being special compared to the normal or usual;
e.g. These peculiar problems only occur when I use this method.
(adjective)
strange, odd, or unusual, different from normal;
e.g. Such cold weather is peculiar for this time of year.
(adjective)
strange, unusual, and eccentric in behavior or nature, usually used to describe people or their behavior;
e.g. She is a peculiar individual, with many strange habits.
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