Regulars
ˈrɛɡjələrz
Definitions
2 meaningsPeople who frequently visit a place or participate in an activity, often on a recurring basis.
ˈrɛɡjələrz
People who frequently visit a place or participate in an activity.
The bar's regulars knew the bartender by name.
💡 Simply: Imagine a group of friends who always go to the same restaurant every Friday night. Those friends are the restaurant's regulars! They're the people who visit often.
👶 For kids: People who go to the same place a lot, like a park or a store.
More Examples
She enjoys seeing the regulars at the gym.
The coffee shop attracts many regulars who come daily.
How It's Used
"The pub welcomes its regulars with open arms."
"Loyal customers are the cafe's regulars."
Conforming to a standard or pattern; normal or usual.
ˈrɛɡjələr
Conforming to a standard or pattern.
He takes regular breaks during his workday.
💡 Simply: If something is 'regular', it means it happens in a usual or expected way. Like having a regular bedtime every night.
👶 For kids: Being normal and happening the same way every time.
More Examples
The team follows a regular training schedule.
Her regular doctor is on vacation this week.
How It's Used
"A regular polygon has all sides and angles equal."
"She followed a regular sleep schedule."
Synonyms
From Late Latin *regularis* ('observing rules, of a pattern'), from Latin *regula* ('rule, straightedge').
The word's usage expanded in the 18th and 19th centuries with the development of standardized practices and the rise of regularized schedules and habits.
Memory tip
Think of the "regulars" in a coffee shop – they're the consistent customers.