Meaning of 'habit'

noun

(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation

Synonyms: use

noun

excessive use of drugs

Synonyms: substance abuse drug abuse

noun

a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order

noun

attire that is typically worn by a female horseback rider

Example: "Before visiting the ranch, I bought a new habit for riding."

Synonyms: riding habit

noun

an established custom

Example: "it was their habit to dine at 7 every evening"

Synonyms: wont

noun

the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal)

Example: "a shrub of spreading habit"

verb

put a habit on