English dictionary
ordinary
/'/O/rd/-/n/(@)/r/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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not exceptional in any way especially in quality or ability or size or degree
ExamplesOrdinary everyday objects.
Ordinary decency.
An ordinary day.
An ordinary wine.
Antonyms extraordinarySource: WordNet 3.0
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According to established order; methodical; settled; regular.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a judge of a probate court
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the expected or commonplace condition or situation
ExamplesNot out of the ordinary.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a clergyman appointed to prepare condemned prisoners for death
Source: WordNet 3.0
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an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel
Synonyms ordinary bicycleSource: WordNet 3.0
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(heraldry) any of several conventional figures used on shields
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An officer who has original jurisdiction in his own right, and not by deputation.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered
ExamplesThe ordinary (or common) man in the street.
Synonyms averageSource: WordNet 3.0