habit

//ˈhæbɪt//
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Noun

habitSingular
habitsPlural
1

A regular pattern of behavior that is repeated frequently and tends to occur unconsciously or automatically

She has a habit of biting her nails when she's nervous.

2

A long, loose garment worn by members of a religious order or by certain officials

The monk wore a simple brown habit.

3

An addiction to a drug or substance

He struggled to overcome his drug habit.