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Customary Definition & Meaning

customary
adjective
  1. in accordance with convention or custom; "sealed the deal with the customary handshake"
  2. commonly used or practiced; usual; "his accustomed thoroughness"; "took his customary morning walk"; "his habitual comment"; "with her wonted candor"

"Customary" in song lyrics

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  • "reasonable and customary"
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  • "chiropractic prices reasonable and customary"
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Frequently asked questions

What does customary mean?
in accordance with convention or custom; "sealed the deal with the customary handshake" commonly used or practiced; usual; "his accustomed thoroughness"; "took his customary morning walk"; "his habitual comment"; "with her wonted candor"
What part of speech is customary?
Customary is an adjective.
How many definitions does customary have?
Customary has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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