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customarily

|cus/to/mar/i/ly|

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/ˈkʌstəmɛrəli/

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/ˈkʌstəmərəli/

(customary)

usual practice

Base FormAdverb
customarycustomarily
Etymology
Etymology Information

'customarily' originates from the Latin word 'consuetudinarius,' where 'consuetudo' meant 'custom or habit.'

Historical Evolution

'Consuetudinarius' transformed into the Old French word 'costumier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'customary,' from which 'customarily' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'according to custom or habit,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a way that follows established customs or practices.

He customarily takes a walk after dinner.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40