English

ordinary

ˈɔrd(ə)nˌeri, ˈɔːr.dən.er.i, ˈɔɹdɪnɛ(ə)ɹi, ˈɔɹdɪnɛɹi, ˈɔːdənɹi, ˈɔːdɪnəɹi
Meaning: normal or average; not unusual or special
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˈɔːr.dən.er.i, ˈɔɹdɪnɛ(ə)ɹi, ˈɔɹdɪnɛɹi, ˈɔːdənɹi, ˈɔːdɪnəɹi

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Example sentences

It was just an ordinary day at the office.
It was just an ordinary day at the office.
She learned that true love means patience on ordinary days.
She learned that true love means patience on ordinary days.
Some politicians are out of touch with the needs of ordinary people.
Some politicians are out of touch with the needs of ordinary people.
In London, rhyming slang turns ordinary words into playful clues.
In London, rhyming slang turns ordinary words into playful clues.

Usage Notes

Describes things that are part of a routine or lack any distinctive features. Often used to emphasize that something is unremarkable.

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