Definitions for ordinary

Definitions for (noun) ordinary

Main entry: ordinary

Definition: (heraldry) any of several conventional figures used on shields


Main entry: ordinary, ordinary bicycle

Definition: an early bicycle with a very large front wheel and small back wheel


Main entry: ordinary

Definition: a judge of a probate court


Main entry: ordinary

Definition: a clergyman appointed to prepare condemned prisoners for death


Main entry: ordinary

Definition: the expected or commonplace condition or situation

Usage: not out of the ordinary


Definitions for (adj) ordinary

Main entry: ordinary, average

Definition: lacking special distinction, rank, or status; commonly encountered

Usage: average people; the ordinary (or common) man in the street


Main entry: ordinary

Definition: not exceptional in any way especially in quality or ability or size or degree

Usage: ordinary everyday objects; ordinary decency; an ordinary day; an ordinary wine


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