Custom and Rule

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Custom noun - An inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing.

Usage example: the custom around here is that the bride's family pays for the wedding

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Rule is a synonym for custom in ritual topic. In some cases you can use "Rule" instead a noun "Custom", when it comes to topics like tradition, policy, habitual action.

Rule noun - A statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity.

Usage example: read the rules that are posted before you use the pool

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Custom is a synonym for rule in method topic. You can use "Custom" instead a noun "Rule", if it concerns topics such as way, procedure.

Nearby Words: ruling, ruler, ruled

human	human custom	human rule
old	old custom	old rule
special	special custom	special rule
particular	particular custom	particular rule
Other adjectives: standing, similar, usual, common, complete, brutal, popular, real, little, important, accepted, general, military.

The presence of some rule or custom is what establishes this trope.

Source: Best Her to Bed Her
She defies Jarnish custom to rule their kingdom instead of serving as regent for her minor son.

Source: Literature / Sulien
There is no written requirement that all the pieces come from the same uniform set, nor is there any rule against custom dyeing or tailoring.

Source: Anime / Revolutionary Girl Utena

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