peculiar Definition
- 1strange or unusual, especially in a way that is unpleasant or worrying
- 2belonging exclusively to one person, group, or thing
- 3particular; special
Using peculiar: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "peculiar" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He had a peculiar habit of collecting rubber ducks.
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The dog had a peculiar smell.
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She has a peculiar way of speaking.
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That's a peculiar thing to say.
peculiar Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with peculiar
Origins of peculiar
from Latin 'peculiaris', meaning 'of private property'
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Summary: peculiar in Brief
The term 'peculiar' [pɪˈkjuːliə(r)] refers to something strange or unusual, often in an unpleasant or worrying way. It can also mean belonging exclusively to one person, group, or thing, or being particular or special. Examples include 'He had a peculiar habit of collecting rubber ducks.' and 'The dog had a peculiar smell.'