Pe*cul`iar"i*ty (?), n.; pl. Peculiarities ().

1.

The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.

Swift.

2.

That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; particularity.

The smallest peculiarity of temper on manner. Macaulay.

3.

Exclusive possession or right.

[Obs.]

Bp. Hall.

 

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