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

  • (..) my beloved husband." Jem says this watch is gonna belong to him someday. - That's right. - Why? Well, it's customary for the boy to have his father's watch. What are you gonna give me? Well... I don't know that I have much else ofvalue that belongs to me. (..)
    1962 To Kill a Mockingbird