SPECIAL-CASE
\spˈɛʃə͡lkˈe͡ɪs], \spˈɛʃəlkˈeɪs], \s_p_ˈɛ_ʃ_əl_k_ˈeɪ_s]\
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To write unique code to handle input to or situations arisingin a program that are somehow distinguished from normalprocessing. This would be used for processing of modeswitches or interrupt characters in an interactive interface(as opposed, say, to text entry or normal commands), or forprocessing of hidden flags in the input of a batch programor filter.
By Denis Howe
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Mustagh Range
- a mountain range in northern Kashmir; an extension of the Hindu Kush; contains 2nd highest peak