customs

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkʌstəmz/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

(in the plural) The duties or taxes imposed on imported or exported goods.

Example Sentences
  • Customs of £200 were due on all the wine we took back from France.
2 Definition

(in the singular) The government department or agency that is authorised to collect the taxes imposed on imported goods.

Example Sentences
  • Customs has pulled us over on our way for an inspection.
3 Definition

Frequent repetition of the same behavior; way of behavior common to many; ordinary manner; habitual practice; method of doing, living or behaving.

4 Definition

Traditional beliefs or rituals

Example Sentences
  • The Ancient Egyptian culture had many distinctive and interesting beliefs and customs.
5 Definition

Habitual buying of goods; practice of frequenting, as a shop, factory, etc., for making purchases or giving orders; business support.

6 Definition

Long-established practice, considered as unwritten law, and resting for authority on long consent; usage. See Usage, and Prescription.

7 Definition

Familiar acquaintance; familiarity.

8 Definition

Toll, tax, or tribute.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To make familiar; to accustom.

2 Definition

To supply with customers.

3 Definition

To pay the customs of.

4 Definition

To have a custom.