ˈkʌstəˌmeri
British ˈkʌstəmri
1
: usually done in a particular situation or at a particular place or time
He forgot the customary "thank you."
It is customary to hold the door open for someone who is entering a building behind you.
2
always used before a noun
: usual or typical of a particular person
She dressed in her customary fashion.
He did the work with his customary efficiency.
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“Customary.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/customary. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.
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