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Specialized Worker

/ˈspɛʃ.ə.laɪzd ˈwɜːr.kər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A person who has specific skills or training in a particular field or profession.

    "The specialized worker was able to complete the complex project efficiently."
  2. 2

    An individual employed in a job that requires specialized knowledge or expertise.

    "In the tech industry, a specialized worker often has advanced degrees in their area of focus."

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The term 'specialized' originates from the Latin 'specialis', meaning 'particular' or 'specific', which evolved through Old French before entering English in the late Middle Ages. 'Worker' comes from the Old English 'weorc', meaning 'activity or labor', reflecting the evolution of labor roles in society.

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