Definition for
ordinary
– Conformed to a fixed or regulated sequence or arrangement; hence, sanctioned by law or usage; established; settled; stated; regular; normal; customary.
– Common in practice or use; usual; frequent; habitual.
– Common in occurrence; such as may be met with at any time or place; not distinguished in any way from others; hence, often, somewhat inferior; of little merit; not distinguished by superior excellence; commonplace; mean; low.
– Ugly; not handsome: as, she is an ordinary woman.
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Vulgar, etc. (see
noun – One possessing immediate jurisdiction in his own right and not by special deputation.
noun – An English diocesan officer, entitled the ordinary of assize and sessions, appointed to give criminals their neck-verses, perform other religious services for them, and assist in preparing them for death.
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