set apart vs specify

set apart

verb
  • Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: to separate or isolate. 

  • To distinguish, make obvious the distinction between (two things) or of (something). 

  • To select (something or someone) for a specific purpose. 

specify

verb
  • To state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition. 

  • To bring about a specific result. 

  • To include in a specification. 

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