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special
A reduction in consumer cost (usually for a limited time) for items or services rendered.
"We're running a special on turkey for Thanksgiving."
One of a rotation of meals systematically offered for a lower price at a restaurant.
"Today's special is our tuna melt on rye."
Unusual or exceptional episode of a series.
"Did you see the Christmas special?"
(nursing) To supervise a patient one-on-one.
Distinguished by a unique or unusual quality.
"a special episode of a television series"
Of particular personal interest or value; dear; beloved.
"Everyone is special to someone."
Of or related to learning or intellectual disabilities.
"He goes to a special school."
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