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rou·tine

routine

 
 
pronunciation:
ru tin
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: A routine is set of actions that you do regularly.
Megan's morning routine starts with brushing her teeth and washing her face.
similar words:
practice, procedure, usual
definition 2: Routine is activity that never changes and is often done without thinking about it and without any real interest in it.
It's not a difficult job, but the routine of it makes it boring.
similar words:
habit, practice
 
part of speech: adjective
definition: If something is routine, it is regular and ordinary.
Our dogs have routine feeding times twice a day.My dad does his routine exercises every morning. He says they are good for his health.
synonyms:
regular, standard
similar words:
accepted, average, everyday, normal, ordinary, typical, usual
derivation: routinely (adv.)
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