"to the manner born" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Etymology: Coined by William Shakespeare in 1603 in Hamlet, act 1, scene 4: : But to my mind, though I am native here : And to the manner born, it is a custom : More honored in the breach than the observance. Etymology templates: {{coin|en|William Shakespeare|in=1603}} Coined by William Shakespeare in 1603 Head templates: {{head|en|adjective}} to the manner born
  1. Familiar from birth with a specified custom, behavior, accouterment, etc.; naturally suited to it. Related terms: more honored in the breach
    Sense id: en-to_the_manner_born-en-adj-XhGMIDWh Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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