custom

noun
UK: /ˈkʌstəm/
US: /ˈkʌstəm/

  1. A usual or accepted way of behaving.

    1. It's the custom to give gifts on birthdays.
    2. Following local custom, we removed our shoes before entering the house.

  2. The support given to a business by its customers.

    1. The restaurant relies on regular custom.
    2. Without more custom, the business will probably have to close down soon.

Synonyms

way manner patronage usage practice habit clientele routine tradition
custom adjective

  1. Made or done to order for a particular customer.

    1. I ordered a custom cake for the party.
    2. The shop specializes in custom furniture designed to fit your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "custom" in English means: A usual or accepted way of behaving., The support given to a business by its customers..

The phonetic transcription of "custom" is /ˈkʌstəm/ in British English and /ˈkʌstəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "custom": way, manner, patronage, usage, practice, habit, clientele, routine, tradition.

Example usage of "custom": "It's the custom to give gifts on birthdays.". More examples on the page.