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Custom

/ˈkʌs.təm/noun / adjective
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A custom is a traditional practice or habitual way of doing things that is passed down through generations and holds cultural or social significance, often shaping community identities and behaviors. In modern contexts, it also refers to something specially made or adapted to individual preferences, like personalized products in business, highlighting how age-old traditions intersect with today's demand for uniqueness and personalization.

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