English · Culture & Society
custom
/ˈkʌs.təm/
[/ˈkʌs.təm/]
usual social practice
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A way of behaving or doing something that is usual among a particular group of people.
Example
It is the custom in many countries to remove your shoes before entering someone's home.
It is the custom in many countries to remove your shoes before entering someone's home.
Etymology
From Old French 'costume', from Latin 'consuetudo' (habit, usage).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for social habits; the plural 'customs' also means import taxes.