unspecialized
/ʌnˈspeʃ.ə.laɪzd/ (bre, ipa) · /ʌnˈspeʃ.ə.laɪzd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌən-ˈspe-shə-ˌlīzd How to pronounce unspecialized (audio)/ (ame, mw)
unspecialized — adjective
- unspecializedpositive
- more unspecializedcomparative
- most unspecializedsuperlative
1. still having a general form, without features shaped for one special job or envi
still having a general form, without features shaped for one special job or environment.
These early stem cells are still unspecialized and can become several tissue types.
biology: unspecialized cells can become different tissue types
The insect's mouthparts stay unspecialized in species that eat many foods.
Young leaves look unspecialized before the plant grows thicker protective edges.
Scientists compared the bird's unspecialized feet with the hawk's sharp claws.
- generalized
used especially in biology for a structure that is not shaped for one narrow task
- undifferentiated
common in cell biology and emphasizes that a fixed role has not formed yet
- specialized
adapted for one particular function or environment
- differentiated
used when cells or structures have developed separate roles
文法句型
unspecialized + cell/tissue/organ
remain/stay unspecialized
用法筆記
Mostly used in biology when cells, organs, or body parts have not yet developed a narrow role. Distinguish from sense 3: this sense is about natural form, not about services or subjects.
2. not trained or experienced in only one field, so able to work in a more general
not trained or experienced in only one field, so able to work in a more general way.
The clinic needs unspecialized nurses for the busy front desk.
unspecialized + staff/job role
Eli joined the project as an unspecialized assistant and learned tasks from everyone.
The course was designed for unspecialized readers who had never studied law.
Managers wanted unspecialized teams that could move between stores quickly.
- generalist
usually a noun for a person with broad skills rather than an adjective before a role
- non-specialist
common for readers, audiences, and workers without deep training in one area
- specialized
focused on one narrow field or role
- expert
describes someone with strong knowledge in a particular area
文法句型
unspecialized + worker/staff/reader/team
be unspecialized in + field
用法筆記
Usually describes people, staff, or audiences rather than tools. Distinguish from sense 3: this sense is about lacking expert focus, not about a course or service covering many areas.
3. not limited to one subject, skill, service, or use, but meant for wider needs.
not limited to one subject, skill, service, or use, but meant for wider needs.
The library offers unspecialized workshops for anyone starting a small business.
unspecialized + workshop/course/service
Feng chose an unspecialized degree before deciding on a research field.
Defne's shop sells unspecialized software for everyday office work.
The town relies on an unspecialized bus service that covers many neighborhoods.
- general
the broad everyday choice for something that applies widely
- all-purpose
stronger for tools or products designed to do many jobs
- specialized
designed for one narrow service or field
- subject-specific
used when teaching or material is tied to one area only
文法句型
unspecialized + course/service/software
remain unspecialized across + area
用法筆記
Often used for services, training, tools, or courses that are broad rather than narrow. Distinguish from sense 2: this sense describes the scope of the thing itself, not a person's level of expertise.