mores

Meaning

Noun

A set of moral norms or customs derived from generally accepted practices rather than written laws.

Verb

third-person singular simple present indicative of more

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Synonyms

custom

tradition

wont

practice

ordinance

convention

fashion

habit

morals

usage

way

local custom

third-term tradition

way of life

customs

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conventional practice

conventional practise

culture

ethics

traditions

country’s usual practice

pattern

manners

Translations

coutume

mos

gebruik

mœurs

zede

Sitte

Brauch

Gewohnheit

costume

Usus

Angewohnheit

Gebrauch

Gepflogenheit

abitudine

costumi

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈmɔː.ɹeɪz/

Etymology

From Latin mōrēs (“ways, character, morals”), the plural of mōs. Doublet of moeurs.