1.a fact about some part (as opposed to general);
he always reasons from the particular to the general
2.a small part that can be considered separately from the whole;
it was perfect in all details
3.unique or specific to a person or thing or category;
the particular demands of the job
4.separate and distinct from others;
an exception in this particular case
5.separate and distinct from others of the same group or category;
interested in one particular artist
6.surpassing what is common or usual or expected;
he paid especial attention to her
7.first and most important;
his special interest is music
8.exacting especially about details;
a finicky eater
9.providing specific details or circumstances;
a particular description of the room