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habit

The correct spelling is habit.

How to pronounce habit

/ˈhæbət/
noun

IPA: /ˈhæbət/

Say it like: Hab-it

The correct spelling is habit. An action performed on a regular basis. For example: "It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of coffee after dinner."

Usage Examples

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

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

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

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An action performed on a regular basis.
  2. 2.An action performed repeatedly and automatically, usually without awareness.
  3. 3.A long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.
  4. 4.A piece of clothing worn uniformly for a specific activity.
  5. 5.Outward appearance; attire; dress.

verb

  1. 1.To clothe.
  2. 2.To inhabit.

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