Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
customs
noun
/ˈkʌs.təmz/
Definition
Customs refers to the official department that regulates the import and export of goods and levies taxes on them.
Examples
- When traveling abroad, you must declare any items you bring through customs.
- The local customs of the village were fascinating to learn about.
Meaning
In a broader sense, customs can also mean the traditional practices or social behaviors common to a particular group or society.
Synonyms
- traditions
- practices
- rituals
- habits
