In particular
Example: I like fruits, apples in particular are my favorite.
Definition
"In particular" is an adverbial phrase used to specify or emphasize a specific person, thing, or detail among others. It highlights something as especially important or noteworthy within a broader context, such as in the phrase, 'I like fruits, apples in particular are my favorite.'
Etymology
The phrase "in particular" originates from the Latin word 'particularis,' meaning 'pertaining to a part.' Over time, it evolved through Old French and Middle English to become an expression used to single out a specific element distinct from a general group. Did you know? The word 'particular' originally implied something done or considered separately from the whole.
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"In particular" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B2) - set 1", containing 103 commonly used expressions.
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