Habit

noun

/ˈhæbət/

Word Frequency: 16.1

Definitions

1.nounAn action performed on a regular basis.

"It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of coffee after dinner."

2.nounAn action performed repeatedly and automatically, usually without awareness.

"By force of habit, he dressed for work even though it was holiday."

3.nounA long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.

"It’s interesting how Catholic and Buddhist monks both wear habits."

4.nounA piece of clothing worn uniformly for a specific activity.

"The new riding habits of the team looked smashing!"

5.nounOutward appearance; attire; dress.

6.nounForm of growth or general appearance of a variety or species of plant or crystal.

7.nounAn addiction.

"He has a 10-cigar habit."