adjective
[more ~; most ~] :different from what is normal or usual
[more ~; most ~] :especially important or loved
always used before a noun
more than is usual
additional or extra
always used before a noun :relating to or intended for a particular purpose
noun
plural -cials
[count] a television or radio program that is not part of a regular series
a meal that is not on a restaurant's usual menu
sale
handyman's special
on special
US :selling at a price that is lower than usual :on sale