custom
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/ˈkʌstəm/
English
Definitions
noun
- Frequent repetition of the same behavior; way of behavior common to many; ordinary manner; habitual practice; method of doing, living or behaving.
- Traditional beliefs or rituals“The Ancient Egyptian culture had many distinctive and interesting beliefs and customs.”
- Habitual buying of goods; practice of frequenting, as a shop, factory, etc., for making purchases or giving orders; business support.
- Long-established practice, considered as unwritten law, and resting for authority on long consent; usage. See Usage, and Prescription.
verb
- To make familiar; to accustom.
- To supply with customers.
- To pay the customs of.
- To have a custom.
adjective
- Created under particular specifications, specially to fit one's needs: specialized, unique, custom-made“My feet are very large, so I need custom shoes.”
- Own, personal, not standard or premade“We can embroider a wide range of ready designs or a custom logo.”
- Accustomed; usual
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Synonyms
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