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noun

• That which is peculiar; a sole or exclusive property; a prerogative; a characteristic.

• (canon law) an ecclesiastical district, parish, chapel or church outside the jurisdiction of the bishop of the diocese in which it is situated.

adjective

• Out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual.

  Example: It would be rather peculiar to see a kangaroo hopping down a city street.

• Common or usual for a certain place or circumstance; specific or particular.

  Example: Kangaroos are peculiar to Australia.

• One's own; belonging solely or especially to an individual; not shared or possessed by others.

• Particular; individual; special; appropriate.