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- pronunciation:
- reg
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- features:
- Word Builder, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
normal or usual; not special.
We'll meet at the regular place.The buses are not running on their regular schedule because of the storm.- synonyms:
- normal, ordinary, usual
- antonyms:
- odd, special
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| definition 2: |
having or following the most common rule in grammar.
The regular ending for verbs in the past form is "-ed." "Worked" and "baked" are regular verb forms, but "went" and "made" are not.- antonyms:
- irregular
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| definition 3: |
repeating according to a set pattern.
I can't come to the regular Monday meeting this week. |
| related words: |
everyday, formal, gradual, stable, usual |
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| derivations: |
regularity (n.), regularness (n.) |
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