That is one of its meanings, yes.
synonym
characteristic, particular, definite, especial, exact, special
Staying in a certain position for a specific amount of time. (=
Specific names do not usually have synonyms unless they have particular qualities or attributes (e.g. Asian - Oriental). The closest synonym for "Floridian" could be "tropical".
The phrase "in particular" is used to refer to something specific, such as a person, group, or a thing. One commonly used synonym to the word is "especially."
The synonym of designated is specific
particular, functional
particular, functional
A hyacinth is a specific type of bulbous plant, there is no synonym.
detailed, special, peculiar
The K list (source-specific wastes) - The K list designates particular solid wastesfrom certain specific industries as hazardous.
which is specific to a particular antibody which is specific to a particular antibody which is specific to a particular antibody