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Definitions for consuetude
ˈkɒn swɪˌtud, -ˌtyudcon·sue·tude
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Princeton's WordNet
consuetudenoun
a custom or usage that has acquired the force of law
Wiktionary
consuetudenoun
Custom, familiarity.
Etymology: From consuetude or directly from consuetudo, from consuesco, corresponding to con- + suesco.
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consuetude
Consuetude refers to customs or habits that have gained authority due to their continuous usage over time. It means a traditional or established practice. It can also refer to a principle in law where a rule or law becomes valid because of its extensive practice or use.
Webster Dictionary
Consuetudenoun
custom, habit; usage
Etymology: [L. consuetudo. See Custom.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Consuetude
kon′swe-tūd, n. custom: familiarity.—adj. Consuetū′dinary, customary.—n. an unwritten law established by usage, derived by immemorial custom from antiquity: a ritual of customary devotions. [L. consuetudo, custom.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of consuetude in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of consuetude in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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