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customs

The word “customs” has 2 syllables: cus-toms

It's pronounced as /ˈkʌstəmz/

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Synonyms for customs

Meanings of customs

  • noun
    1. (in the plural) The duties or taxes imposed on imported or exported goods.
    2. (in the singular) The government department or agency that is authorised to collect the taxes imposed on imported goods.
    3. Frequent repetition of the same behavior; way of behavior common to many; ordinary manner; habitual practice; method of doing, living or behaving.
    4. Traditional beliefs or rituals.
    5. Habitual buying of goods; practice of frequenting, as a shop, factory, etc., for making purchases or giving orders; business support.
    6. Long-established practice, considered as unwritten law, and resting for authority on long consent; usage. See Usage, and Prescription.
    7. Familiar acquaintance; familiarity.
    8. Toll, tax, or tribute.
  • verb
    1. To make familiar; to accustom.
    2. To supply with customers.
    3. To pay the customs of.
    4. To have a custom.

Example Sentences

  • We had to declare our purchases at customs.
  • The customs officer inspected our luggage.
  • She works for the customs department at the airport.
  • We paid a customs duty on imported goods.
  • Passing through customs took longer than expected.

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