custumal

[ kuhs-choo-muhl ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a customary.

custumal

/ ˈkʌstjʊməl /

noun

See customary
another word for customary customary

Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of custumal¹

1375–1425; 1560–70 for current sense; late Middle English (as adj.) < Medieval Latin custumālis, a Latinization of Old French costumel customary, usual, equivalent to costume custom + -el -al ¹

Discover More

Word History and Origins

Origin of custumal¹

C16: from Medieval Latin custumālis relating to custom

Discover More

Example Sentences

The Custumal of Kent of the thirteenth century is the authority.

From Project Gutenberg

The character of the religious kitchener as sketched in one English Custumal is very charming.

From Project Gutenberg

The almoner, says one Custumal, should remember that from his office might be derived great spiritual gain.

From Project Gutenberg

In giving help he should be a father, says one Custumal; in giving instruction, he should speak as a teacher.

From Project Gutenberg

According to the Custumal of one great English abbey, the kitchener was to be almost a paragon of virtue.

From Project Gutenberg

Word of the Day

April 19, 2024tortuous

[tawr-choo-uhs ]

Meaning and examples

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

custos morum cut

Browse