ROUTINE

• (noun) an unvarying or habitual method or procedure

  synonyms : modus operandi

• (noun) a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

  synonyms : function , procedure , subprogram , subroutine

• (noun) a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program

  "he did his act three times every evening", "she had a catchy little routine", "it was one of the best numbers he ever did"

  synonyms : act , bit , number , turn

• (adj.) found in the ordinary course of events

  "a placid everyday scene", "it was a routine day", "there's nothing quite like a real...train conductor to add color to a quotidian commute"

  synonyms : everyday , mundane , quotidian , unremarkable , workaday

  Feeding the cats is a quotidian chore. -added by naila_inlas

  
  -tagged by editor1
  mundane commute

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