Habit

Noun

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.NounAn addiction.

"kick the habit; He has a 10-cigar habit."

4.VerbTo clothe.

5.VerbTo inhabit.

6.NounA long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.

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

7.NounA piece of clothing worn for a specific activity; a uniform.

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

8.NounOutward appearance; attire; dress.

9.NounForm of growth or general appearance and structure of a plant or crystal.

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