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Entry 3 senses Webster, 1913

Peculiarity

/(pē̇*kūl`yăr"ĭ*ty̆)/ · Pe·cul·iar·i·ty · IPA /pɪˌkjuliˈɛɹɪti/
01 n. The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.
pl. Peculiarities ((pē̇*kūl`yăr"ĭ*tĭz))
  1. 1.
    The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.
  2. 2.
    That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; particularity.
    “The smallest peculiarity of temper or manner.” Macaulay.
  3. 3.
    Exclusive possession or right.[Obs.]