habit
verb
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L331874 on Wikidata ↗noun
- Action that is so strong internalized by humans that it is no longer aware of its perception
- routine of behavior that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously
- animal behaviour
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈhæb.ɪt/ / /ˈhæb.ət/
noun
Etymology: From Middle English habiten, from Old French habiter, from Latin habitāre (“to dwell, abide, keep”), frequentative of habeō (“to have, hold, keep”); see have.
- A long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.
“It’s interesting how Catholic and Buddhist monks both wear habits.”
- A piece of clothing worn for a specific activity; a uniform.
“The new riding habits of the team looked smashing!”
“Sidesaddle riding habits were prestigious tailored sportswear appropriate for the equestrian pursuits of the truly wealthy.”
- Outward appearance; attire; dress.
“Noble and milde this Perſean ſeemes to be, If outward habit Iudge the inward man.”
“Costly thy habit as thy purse can buy.”
- Form of growth or general appearance and structure of a plant or crystal.
verb
Etymology: From Middle English habiten, from Old French habiter, from Latin habitāre (“to dwell, abide, keep”), frequentative of habeō (“to have, hold, keep”); see have.
- To clothe.
“Here I began my shopping, was interviewed by dressmakers, and naturally had much to do to habit myself for civilized life again.”
- To inhabit.