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spec

What does spec mean?

Short for special attack. A weapon's built-in big hit, fuelled by a special-attack bar that fills as you fight. Pop it for burst damage at the right moment.

"Wait till he's low, then spec him with the dragon dagger to finish."

Origin

Short for 'special attack', popularised by RuneScape where weapons have a special-attack bar.

Frequently asked questions

What does "spec" mean in RuneScape-style games?
It's a weapon's special attack — a powerful move you unleash after banking up enough special-attack energy.
How do you use "spec" in a sentence?
"Wait until you have full energy, then spec him down."
What does it mean to spec someone?
It means hitting them with your weapon's special attack, usually to deal a big burst of damage.
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