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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Peculiarity \Pe*cul`iar"i*ty\ (p[-e]*k[=u]l`y[a^]r"[i^]*t[y^]),
n.; pl. {Peculiarities} (p[-e]*k[=u]l`y[a^]r"[i^]*t[i^]z).
1. The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality;
singularity. --Swift.
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2. That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive
characteristic or habit; particularity.
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The smallest peculiarity of temper or manner.
--Macaulay.
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3. Exclusive possession or right. [Obs.] --Bp. Hall.
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