Routine
Example: Routine tasks follow regular patterns
Definition
"Routine" refers to a set of regular, repeated tasks or actions performed in a fixed order, often to maintain efficiency or structure in daily life or work. Routine tasks follow predictable patterns and contribute to stability and organization.
Etymology
The word "routine" comes from the French word 'routine,' meaning a usual course or habitual procedure. It originally derived from the Italian 'rotta,' meaning a road or course, highlighting the idea of a fixed path or sequence of actions. Did you know this word has been used since the 17th century to describe habitual practices?
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"Routine" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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