Customary meaning

What does “customary” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“customary” is an adjective with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: in accordance with convention or custom.

customary

adjective

  1. in accordance with convention or custom

    “sealed the deal with the customary handshake”

  2. commonly used or practiced; usual

    “his accustomed thoroughness”

    “took his customary morning walk”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University