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peculiar
'peculiar' - used as an adjective
Synonyms for 'peculiar'
1. beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves
2. unique or specific to a person or thing or category
a peculiar bond of sympathy between them
an expression peculiar to Canadians
rights peculiar to the rich
3. markedly different from the usual
a peculiar hobby of stuffing and mounting bats
a man...feels it a peculiar insult to be taunted with cowardice by a woman
4. characteristic of one only; distinctive or special
the peculiar character of the Government of the U.S.
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