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Definition regular in American English

regular adjective

adjective
/ˈreɡjələr/
1

arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events or the same amount of space between objects

Example

We hold regular monthly meetings.

Example

I keep in regular contact with my sisters.

Example

The flowers were placed at regular intervals of about four inches.

Example

They come here on a regular basis.

1.1

arranged to form an even shape

Example

He was very handsome, with strong regular features.

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2

used for describing people who go somewhere or do something frequently

Example

Jason was a regular customer in the store.

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Example

I can assure you that cheating is not a regular occurrence at this school.

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3

used for describing things that are ordinary or of average size

Example

The price of regular unleaded gasoline is set to rise.

Example

a cheeseburger and regular fries

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3.1

used for describing someone who is ordinary and pleasant

Example

Tim seems like a regular guy.

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regular verbs

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regular soldiers/troops

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Definition regular in American English