regularity

noun

reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌre-gyə-ˈler-ə-tē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
 also  ˌrā-,
ˌre-gyə-ˈla-rə-tē,
 also  ˌrā-
plural regularities
1
: the quality or state of being regular
2
: something that is regular

Examples of regularity in a Sentence

the regularity of his features
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Sanders is also pushing the ball downfield with regularity, averaging 8.4 yards per attempt and 11.5 yards per reception. Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024 It’s occurred at the LA Auto Show with more regularity in recent years. James Raia, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024 The vice president, who shares the residence with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff, comes here with some regularity, prompting the Secret Service to divert traffic, restrict parking and take other precautions designed to keep her safe. Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024 The issue is complicated by the fact that those on X likely see Musk's posts with almost disturbing regularity. Peter Suciu, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for regularity 

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of regularity was in 1600

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“Regularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regularity. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

regularity

noun
reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌreg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
plural regularities
1
: the quality or state of being regular
2
: something that is regular

Medical Definition

regularity

noun
reg·​u·​lar·​i·​ty ˌreg-yə-ˈlar-ət-ē How to pronounce regularity (audio)
plural regularities
: the quality or state of being regular
maintain bowel regularity
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