special-interest group

[ spesh-uhl in-ter-ist, in-trist ]

noun

1. Also called special interest. a body of persons, corporation, or industry that seeks or receives benefits or privileged treatment, especially through legislation.
2. Digital Technology. a subgroup within a user group where members share information or research in specialized fields. : SIG

Word History and Origins

Origin of special-interest group¹

First recorded in 1920–25