Classical and Customary

Classical

Classical adjective - Based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation.
Usage example: the classical preparation of a ham for Easter

Customary and classical are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Customary" instead an adjective "Classical".

Customary

Customary adjective - Based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation.
Usage example: the customary toasting of the bride and groom at their wedding reception

Classical and customary are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Classical" instead an adjective "Customary".

Nearby Words: custom, customarily
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