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peculiar

/ˈpɛkjʊlər/ adjective · British & US
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What does peculiar mean?

adjective

Unusual or unexpected; strange or peculiar in a way that is slightly embarrassing or awkward.

Example

"She had a peculiar habit of talking to herself when she was nervous."

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