customary

Definition

  • adjective: usually done in a particular situation or at a particular place or time
  • adjective: based on or established by 'custom'
  • synonyms: conventional, habitual, accustomed

Examples

  • It is 'customary' to hold the door open for someone who is entering a building behind you.

  • He did the work with his 'customary' efficiency.

  • She dressed in her 'customary' fashion.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'm... you know, I'm not gonna make any rules. We can, well, discuss it first, then vote on it. That's, of course... that's one way. And, well, we can vote on it right now. I think it's customary to take a preliminary vote. Yeah, let's vote. Who knows? Maybe we can all get outta here. (..)
    1957 12 Angry Men