PECULIARITY

n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality; singularity. Swift.

2.
n.

That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; particularity. The smallest peculiarity of temper on manner. Macaulay.

3.
n.

Exclusive possession or right. [Obs.] Bp. Hall.


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