customary
Translation
customary, usual, traditional
Examples
It is customary to tip the waiter.
It is customary to tip the waiter.
She gave her customary smile.
She gave her customary smile.
Grammar Patterns
It is customary ((to-inf)) to do something It is customary to tip the waiter.
customary ((noun)) usual, typical She gave her customary smile.
Similar Words
Synonyms: usual, traditional, conventional; Antonyms: unusual, unconventional
Etymology
From 'custom' + '-ary' (adjective suffix). 'Custom' comes from Old French 'costume', meaning habit or practice.
Memory Tips
Think of 'customs' at the airport – they are the usual procedures. 'Customary' is what is usually done.