convention; routine; standard procedure
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesnoun
convention; established practice; routine
formalRefers to customs, rules, or methods that are traditionally or habitually followed.
We must break convention and innovate.
This is just the standard operating procedure of our company.
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Following social conventions can sometimes hinder progress.
adjective
conventional; ordinary; standard
neutralUsed as an attributive adjective (属性词) to describe something that is typical, common, or not special.
This is a conventional weapon.
We just need a routine inspection.
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He used unconventional tactics, which was unexpected.
noun
routine (medical procedure); standard test
technicalSpecifically a medical term referring to standard, frequently performed tests or procedures, such as a blood routine test.
The doctor recommended I get a routine blood test.
A routine urine test is a common item in physical examinations.
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This lab report includes the results for liver function and routine blood tests.