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Definition have a history of something in British English

have a history of something phrase

phrase
1

to be well known for doing something because you have often done it in the past

Example

The country has a long history of political kidnappings.

Example

He's got a history of cheating on his girlfriends.

Synonyms and related words
habit routine daily life
2

if you have a history of a medical condition or other problem, you have had it before

Example

She has a history of alcohol abuse.

Example

They have a family history of heart disease.

Synonyms and related words
suffer get contract
Definition have a history of something in British English