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How to pronounce specs in English?

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Type Words
Synonyms eyeglasses, glasses, spectacles
Type of optical instrument
Has types lorgnette, bifocals, dark glasses, goggles, pince-nez, shades, sunglasses

Examples of specs

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The price point of $99 is aggressive but the specs of the new Apple TV are poor.
From the guardian.co.uk
Apple only tweaked the specs on the 17-inch Pros, which retain the older design.
From the chron.com
Lacebugs feed on the undersides of the leaves, leaving black specs of excrement.
From the chron.com
A soil test can tell whether the nutrient content in your garden is up to specs.
From the newsobserver.com
The SL1 will live or die on its size and weight, however, all other specs aside.
From the techcrunch.com
Rather than beefy tech specs, Nokia has focused on polishing two populist areas.
From the techcrunch.com
The specs aren't very impressive, but for that kind of money what do you expect?
From the techcrunch.com
Look at the specs, and the CLS and E have nearly identical rear seat dimensions.
From the washingtonpost.com
In terms of specs, the Google Nexus S far outperforms its knock-off counterpart.
From the techcrunch.com
More examples
  • Spectacles: optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
  • (spec) specification: a detailed description of design criteria for a piece of work
  • SPECS is an average speed measuring speed camera system manufactured by the Speed Check Services Limited, from which it takes its name (Speed Check Services). They are one of the systems used for speed limit enforcement in the United Kingdom.
  • (SPEC) The Standard Performance Evaluation Corporation (SPEC) is a non-profit organization that aims to produce "establish, maintain and endorse a standardized set" of performance benchmarks for computers.
  • Short form of spectacles
  • (Spec) Meeting specifications.
  • (SPEC) Selection Prequalification and Evaluation of Consultants is a computer system used by PWGSC to register architectural and engineering firms.
  • (SPEC) Short for "speculation." Work done "on spec" is done for no guaranteed remuneration, in hope of winning the job, campaign or account in question. Pitches to prospective clients used to be done almost exclusively on spec.
  • (Spec) A parade within the tent of all performers and animals in costume, usually at the beginning of the show.