regular

Definition

  • noun: someone who goes somewhere very often
  • noun: one who is regular
  • adjective: happening over and over again at the same time or in the same way
  • adjective: belonging to a religious order
  • usually plural

Examples

  • The buses run from 4 a.m. to midnight 'at regular intervals'. [=there is the same amount of time between buses]

  • It's nothing special, just a 'regular' [='basic'] stereo. = It's just a 'regular old' stereo.

  • He is one of the store's 'regular customers'. [=customers who shop at the store frequently]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) -Charlie. -On your way somewhere else? -Passing through. Looking around. -Funny to see you. -Funny, isn't it? You boys are a regular family business. You boys are a little late. -What did you find? -I found some interesting prospects. Did you hear Standard bought up? -Mostly in the north, so far. (..)
    2007 There Will Be Blood