habitue
|ha-bi-tue|
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/hæˈbɪtʃuˌeɪ/
regular visitor
Etymology
Etymology Information
'habitue' originates from French, specifically the word 'habitué,' where 'habitu-' meant 'accustomed.'
Historical Evolution
'habitué' was borrowed directly from French into English, maintaining its meaning and pronunciation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'accustomed or familiar,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a regular visitor.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who regularly frequents a particular place, especially a bar or café.
He was a habitue of the local coffee shop, known by all the staff.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/15 13:06