folkway
Translation
folkway, custom
Examples
Shaking hands is a common folkway in many cultures.
Shaking hands is a common custom in many cultures.
Grammar Patterns
((as a countable noun)) a traditional way of behaving Every society has its own unique folkways.
Similar Words
Synonyms: custom, tradition, convention
Etymology
A compound of 'folk' (people) and 'way' (manner, custom). Literally, 'the way of the people'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'folk' (people) + 'way' (how they do things). It's the people's way.