tradition

noun

trə-ˈdi-shən How to pronounce tradition (audio)
Definition of traditionnext
1
as in rule
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing the town tradition of having the oldest resident ride at the head of the parade

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2
as in folklore
the body of customs, beliefs, stories, and sayings associated with a people, thing, or place according to tradition, this field was the site of a skirmish between the first settlers and the Native Americans living in the area

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Recent Examples of tradition The trio then joined the Prince and Princess of Wales for a carriage procession to Windsor Castle, as has become tradition in recent state visits. — Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 25 Oct. 2026 Coffin burials date back even further, but historians have many hyphotheses for why the tradition has carried through to today. — New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026 Tipoff for the first Blue Blood Classic is noon in KU’s tradition-rich building. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026 Plans call for a fan-accessible research library and physical archive, a digital preservation hub, galleries devoted to Garcia’s art and instruments and exhibitions exploring the blues, folk, country and jazz traditions that shaped him. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tradition
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tradition
  1. rule
  2. folklore
  3. values
  4. mythology
  5. heritage
  6. lore
  7. legend
Noun
  • Voters in six states will soon decide whether to impose or expand voter identification requirements, including rules requiring mail voters to provide part of a driver’s license or Social Security number.
    — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Some states, however, have chosen not to adopt the federal rule because of concerns about near-term revenue losses.
    — Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of rule
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  • With eight episodes featuring Williams alongside Carrie-Anne Moss, Clark Backo, Noah Reid, and more, fans are in for secrets, seduction, folklore, and the supernatural.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Gallardo highlighted Argentine artist Milo J, who at 19 has connected younger listeners with the country’s traditional folklore.
    — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of folklore
Noun
  • LendingTree’s model values the federal child tax credit at $2,200 per child, up from $2,000.
    — Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Education and giving back are important values to the family as the project represents for them a broader impact within the natural diamond industry.
    — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
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  • With Forgotten Island‘s central story of friendship and themes inspired by Philippines mythology, Filipino-American singer Sophia Laforteza of the global girl group KATSEYE was a fitting pick to make music for the DreamWorks Animation film.
    — Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2026
  • In most versions of the Greek mythology, Medusa is a beautiful woman that was cursed by the goddess Athena with a head of snakes instead of hair and the horrible ability to turn people to stone with just one look.
    — Lynsey Eidell, Glamour, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of mythology
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  • Johnny Was, reimagines everyday dressing through expressive prints, rich colors, and intricate detailing combining Natori’s heritage in luxury intimate apparel with Johnny Was’s relaxed, bohemian sensibility.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Anika Fajardo connects with her Colombian heritage through magical realism.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of heritage
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  • Then there’s his real-life lore… War, the new HBO drama about a high-profile divorce between a movie star and a billionaire tech founder, opens with Dominic West cheating on Sienna Miller.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The Pleiades open star cluster Don't be fooled by their beauty; the blue-white stars of the Pleiades are dripping in spooky lore.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of lore
Noun
  • The Jim Casey of official legend was a wise and thoughtful leader who rarely, if ever, made a mistake.
    — Marc Levinson, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Dolly Parton's niece, Danielle Parton, has been named the new brand ambassador for the late country music legend's estate, nearly two months after the singer's death.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of legend

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