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| /ˈregjʊlə/ |
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| 1 | usually before noun arranged so that there is the same amount of time between events, or the same amount of space between objects 规律的；定期的 |
| We hold regular monthly meetings. 我们每月定期开会。 |
| on a regular basis They’ ve been meeting on a regular basis. 他们一直定期会面。 |
| at regular intervals The flowers were placed at regular intervals of about four inches. 花与花之间保持大约4英寸的间隔。 |
| be/keep in regular contact (with sb) I keep in regular contact with my sisters. 我和几个姐妹保持定期联络。 |
| | 1a | arranged to form an even shape 均匀的；端正的；整齐的 | | He was very handsome, with strong regular features. 他很英俊，五官端正。 | |
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| 2 | only before noun used for describing people who go somewhere or do something frequently 习惯性的；经常的 |
| Jason was a regular customer in the shop. 贾森是这个商店的常客。 |
| | 2a | used for describing things that people frequently do or things that frequently happen 有规律的 | | Regular exercise is essential for good health. 有规律的锻炼对健康至关重要。 | | I can assure you that cheating is not a regular occurrence at this school. 我可以向你保证，考试作弊在本校不常发生。 | |
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| 3 | used for describing things that are ordinary or of average size 平常的；普通的 |
| The price of regular unleaded petrol is set to rise. 普通无铅汽油要涨价了。 |
| a cheeseburger and regular fries 干酪汉堡包和普通份薯条 |
| | 3a | used for describing someone who is ordinary and pleasant （人）挺不错的 | | Tim seems like a regular guy. 蒂姆看起来是一个好人。 | |
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| 4 | linguistics following the normal patterns of grammar 符合语法规则的 |
| regular verbs 规则动词 |
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| 5 | only before noun belonging to a professional army , or consisting of professional soldiers （军队）正规的，常备的 |
| regular soldiers/troops 正规军 |
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| regularity noun U |
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| /regjʊˈlærəti/ |
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