routine — a sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program
Pronunciation (IPA): /ruːˈtiːn/
Example Sentences
- His workout routine is so intense that even his gym clothes are afraid of him.
- She established a morning routine to improve her productivity.
- The comedian's routine about online meetings had the entire audience laughing.
routine
NOUN[/ruːˈtiːn/]
a sequence of actions regularly followed; a fixed program
Every morning he follows the same routine: coffee, stretch, then jog around the park.
Thirteen years, same machine, same routine
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'routine' meaning a customary or regular procedure, derived from the French word 'route' meaning 'way' or 'path', with the suffix '-ine' added to form a noun.
Breakdown
route (way, path) + -ine (noun suffix) = routine
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📝Examples
“His workout routine is so intense that even his gym clothes are afraid of him.”
“She established a morning routine to improve her productivity.”
“The comedian's routine about online meetings had the entire audience laughing.”
“My cat has a routine of knocking things off my desk at exactly 3 PM every day.”
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