peculiar applies to qualities possessed only by a particular individual or class or kind and stresses rarity or uniqueness.

PECULIAR definition: 1. unusual and strange, sometimes in an unpleasant way: 2. belonging to, relating to, or found in…. Learn more.

Peculiar definition: strange; queer; odd.. See examples of PECULIAR used in a sentence.

Define peculiar. peculiar synonyms, peculiar pronunciation, peculiar translation, English dictionary definition of peculiar. adj. 1. Not ordinary or usual; odd or strange: noticed a peculiar odor in …

Mar 4, 2025 · Out of the ordinary; odd; strange; unusual. The sky had a peculiar appearance before the storm. It would be rather peculiar to see a kangaroo hopping down a city street. I …

Something peculiar is notably unusual. If your friend starts saying strange things you don't understand, ask her why she's suddenly become peculiar.

Peculiar is typically used as an adjective to describe something that is strange, unusual, odd, or unconventional. Such things often stand out from the norm or what is typically expected.

If you describe someone or something as peculiar, you think that they are strange or unusual, sometimes in an unpleasant way. Mr Kennet has a rather peculiar sense of humour. Rachel …

strange or unusual, especially in a way that is unpleasant or makes you worried. The meat tasted rather peculiar. There was something peculiar in the way he smiled. I had a peculiar feeling …

She got a peculiar feeling when the phone rang. She had a peculiar expression on her face. He's feeling peculiar. The movie has a peculiarly [= distinctively, uniquely, particularly] American …