as a matter of course
as a matter of course
Automatically or as part of a routine or policy. As a matter of course, you must complete your final project in order to receive a passing grade in this class. I lock my car doors as a matter of course whenever I get out of my car—I hardly even notice that I do it anymore.
See also: course, matter, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
as a matter of course
normally; as a normal procedure. The nurse takes your temperature as a matter of course. You are expected to make your own bed as a matter of course.
See also: course, matter, of
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
as a matter of ˈcourse
as a regular habit, or as a normal way of behaving: Before making any important decision, I discuss it with my wife as a matter of course. As a matter of course, you should go to the dentist at least once a year.See also: course, matter, of
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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