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traditional
/trəˈdɪʃənəl/
following long-established customs or practices
The village celebrates traditional festivals every year.
The village follows long-established customs and practices for its annual celebrations.
general
relating to or based on customs, beliefs, or practices that have existed for a long time
She wears traditional clothing to honor her cultural heritage.
She wears clothing that follows long-established customs to respect her cultural background.
The recipe uses traditional ingredients passed down through generations.
The recipe includes ingredients that have been used for many years in the family.
Often used to describe cultural, religious, or social practices that are deeply rooted in history.
Collocations
traditional valueslong-standing principles or beliefstraditional medicinemedical practices based on historical knowledgetraditional dressclothing that follows long-established customs
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Pro Tip
Cultural Context
The meaning of 'traditional' can vary by culture. What is traditional in one society may not be in another.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overgeneralization
Not all long-standing practices are 'traditional' in the cultural sense. Use the term carefully to avoid misrepresentation.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'tradicional,' from Old French 'tradicionel,' from Latin 'traditionalis,' meaning 'handed down,' from 'traditio' (delivery, tradition).
Usage Notes
Can describe practices, beliefs, or objects that are deeply rooted in history and culture. Often used in contrast to 'modern' or 'innovative.'
Word Breakdown
tradition
a long-established practice or belief
root-al
relating to
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