in ordinary
The phrase "in ordinary" is often used in official titles to denote a regular, established position, particularly in formal or historical contexts.
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Definition
C1Official Titles
(formal, historical)Serving in a regular, established position, often in a formal or official capacity.
Example
- The ambassador in ordinary was responsible for representing the country at the foreign court.
- A physician in ordinary attended to the royal family.
C2Nautical
(technical, historical)A naval vessel that is out of commission and laid up.
Example
- The ship was placed in ordinary after years of active service.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in ordinary":
in commonin generalout of the commonvin ordinairenothing special