Meaning & Definition of Routine in English

1. An unvarying or habitual method or procedure

2. A short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program

• "He did his act three times every evening"

• "She had a catchy little routine"

• "It was one of the best numbers he ever did"

3. A set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program

1. Found in the ordinary course of events

• "A placid everyday scene"

• "It was a routine day"

• "There's nothing quite like a real...train conductor to add color to a quotidian commute"- anita diamant