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Meaning of the word regular in English

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regular

US /ˈreɡ.jə.lɚ/
UK /ˈreɡ.jə.lər/
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Adjective

1.

done or happening frequently; usual

Example:
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She makes regular visits to her grandmother.
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It's part of my regular routine.
Synonym:
frequent habitual customary routine standard
2.

evenly spaced or arranged; occurring at fixed intervals

Example:
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The fence posts are set at regular intervals.
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Her breathing was slow and regular.
Synonym:
even uniform consistent steady symmetrical
3.

conforming to a standard or rule; not abnormal

Example:
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He's a regular guy, nothing special.
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The doctor said her heart rate was regular.
Synonym:
normal standard typical ordinary common

Noun

a regular customer or client

Example:
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He's a regular at the local pub.
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We appreciate our regulars.
Synonym:
client customer patron frequent visitor
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