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Idiosyncracy

Definition:

An idiosyncracy refers to a distinctive or peculiar characteristic, habit, or behavior that is unique to an individual or a group.

Senses:

1. Countable Noun: A unique or peculiar characteristic or behavior possessed by an individual.
2. Uncountable Noun: The quality or state of being idiosyncratic; individuality.

Examples:

Sense 1:

1. John's habit of always wearing mismatched socks is one of his idiosyncracies. (noun)
2. Her idiosyncratic way of pronouncing certain words often makes people smile. (adjective)
3. Idiosyncracies can make people fascinating and memorable. (plural noun)
4. It's interesting to observe the idiosyncracies of different cultures when traveling. (plural noun)

Sense 2:

1. His writing style is full of idiosyncracy, making it truly unique. (noun)
2. She cherishes her idiosyncracy and refuses to conform to societal norms. (noun)
3. They value the idiosyncracy of their organization, which sets them apart from competitors. (noun)

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