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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The hillsides surrounding Los Angeles are filled with brush that has evolved to burn with regularity, and more people are in these areas today than in the past to potentially start fires via cigarettes, power lines, fireworks, vehicles or other sources. Evan Bush, NBC News, 28 Jan. 2025 Those are qualities that Lindholm has not submitted with nearly enough regularity. Fluto Shinzawa, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025 While high-fiber foods can help with regularity and constipation, insoluble fiber—found in the outer skin of plant foods such as whole grains, nuts, and seeds—may cause more bloating and gas. Johna Burdeos, Health, 21 Jan. 2025 Several other young chimps in their community were also seen making the motion, but none did so with regularity or with the same intent. Brandon Keim, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025 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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Cite this Entry

“Regularity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/regularity. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.

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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