What does SPECS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Specs is a noun.

Definitions:

Specs is a shortened form of the word "spectacles", which means eyeglasses or glasses that correct vision.

Pronunciations:

US: /spɛks/

UK: /spɛks/

Origin and Usage:

The word "spec" is a shortened form of "spectacles", which has been in use since the 14th century. The shortened form "specs" has been in use since the early 20th century. It is commonly used in informal speech and writing to refer to eyeglasses or glasses that correct vision.

Synonyms:

eyeglasses, glasses, spectacles

Related Words:

glasses, lensed, optic, sight, stare

Example Sentences:

• She always wears her specs when she reads.
• He lost his specs and had to buy a new pair.
• She took off her specs and rubbed her eyes.