What is the meaning of the word "habit"?

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  1. A behavioral pattern that is learned through repetition and is often almost involuntary. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • I always buy the same brand of toothpaste out of habit. copy to clipboard
  2. A settled or regular tendency or practice especially one that is hard to give up. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • We stayed together out of habit. copy to clipboard
  3. An automatic reaction to a specific situation. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Birds have the habit of migrating to warmer regions during the winter months. copy to clipboard
  4. An established custom copy to clipboard NOUN
    • it was their habit to dine at 7 every evening copy to clipboard
  5. Refers to clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Before visiting the ranch, I bought a new habit riding habit. copy to clipboard
    • The habit of the monk was adorned with intricate embroidery. copy to clipboard

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