overspecialization en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌoʊvɚˌspɛʃəlɪˈzeɪʃn̩/ (General-American)
- /ˌəʊvəˌspɛʃəlɪˈzeɪʃn̩/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
From over- + specialization or overspecialize + -ation.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) Extreme or excessive specialization.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| overspecialisation | alternative | lexicographic | |
| overspecializations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |