specification

/,spesifi'keiʃn/
Học thuật
Thân thiện
specification

An engineer reviews the project specification before construction begins.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A detailed, explicit statement of requirements or conditions: A "specification" is a precise description of what is needed, required, or expected for something, such as a product, project, or agreement.
    • A detailed description of design criteria: In engineering, design, and manufacturing, a "specification" is a document that sets out the exact standards, dimensions, materials, and performance requirements for a piece of work or product.
    • (Patent law) A detailed description of an invention: In legal contexts, a "specification" is the part of a patent application that provides a full and clear disclosure of the invention's nature and how it is made and used.
Examples of Usage

  • General/Agreement Context:

    • The contract includes a strict specification regarding the delivery date.
    • Our agreement came with the specification that all work must be completed by Friday.

  • Technical/Design Context:

    • The engineer reviewed the technical specifications for the new bridge.
    • Please check the product specifications to ensure it meets our power requirements.

  • Legal/Patent Context:

    • The patent application must contain a written specification describing the invention in detail.
Advanced Usage

  • "To meet/exceed specifications": To satisfy or perform better than the stated requirements.

    • The prototype met all the design specifications.
    • This component exceeds the original specifications for durability.

  • "As per specification": According to the detailed requirements.

    • The software was built as per the client's specification.
Variants and Related Words

  • Specify (verb): To state or describe something clearly and precisely.

    • The client will specify the exact colors for the logo.

  • Specific (adjective): Clearly defined or identified; precise.

    • We need specific instructions to proceed.

  • Specs (noun, informal abbreviation): A common, informal shortening of "specifications".

    • Can you send me the specs for the new laptop model?
Synonyms
  • Requirement: Something that is needed or demanded.
  • Stipulation: A condition or requirement that is specified as part of an agreement.
  • Description: A spoken or written account of something.
Related Phrases

  • "Job specification": A detailed description of the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for a particular job.

    • The job specification listed five years of experience as a requirement.

  • "Technical specification sheet": A document, often for a product, listing its detailed technical characteristics.

    • You can download the technical specification sheet from the manufacturer's website.
Related Idioms
  • "To the letter of the specification": Following the requirements exactly, with no deviation.
    • The construction was done to the letter of the specification provided by the architect.
specification

An engineer reviews the project specification before construction begins.

Noun
  1. a restriction that is insisted upon as a condition for an agreement
  2. (patent law) a document drawn up by the applicant for a patent of invention that provides an explicit and detailed description of the nature and use of an invention
  3. naming explicitly
  4. a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work

Từ đồng nghĩa

Từ có nhắc đến "specification"