Definition of "peculiarity" in Anglais

noun

1. The quality or state of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.

   • The peculiarity of meeting six people on a usually deserted trail only struck me later on.

2. That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; particularity.

   • I thought Alice and H. J. P. would have fainted at the full spectacle; but we are fast getting used to the little peculiarities of foreigners and I trust they will forgive us many sins in return.

3. Exclusive possession or right.