habit
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B1
/ˈhæbɪt/
regular practice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'habit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'habitus,' where 'habere' meant 'to have or hold.'
Historical Evolution
'habitus' transformed into the Old French word 'habit,' and eventually became the modern English word 'habit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'condition or appearance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a regular practice or tendency.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up.
He has a habit of biting his nails.
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Noun 2
an automatic reaction to a specific situation.
It's a habit to check my phone first thing in the morning.
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