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noun / adjective

routine

A usual sequence of actions, or ordinary and regularly repeated.

My morning routine starts with coffee and a short walk.

Etymology
routineFrenchhabitual procedure

French routine is related to route, a familiar course or path. Repeated behavior is pictured as following the same established route each time.

More examples

  • A consistent bedtime routine helps the children settle down.
  • The mechanic checks the brakes during routine maintenance.
  • Our daily routines change when school starts.

Forms

routine · routines

routinely adverb — As a regular or usual practice.

Similar words

habit
Usually one repeated behavior rather than a sequence of actions.
procedure
A set method for completing a task, not necessarily repeated.
regular
Emphasizes consistent timing or frequency rather than ordinary character.