1. people who frequently visit or use a particular place or service
Usage: plural form
2. full-time professional soldiers in a country’s permanent army
Usage: military; plural form
3. standard-sized or normal items, as opposed to special varieties
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The bartender knows all the regulars by name.
• Several regulars at the coffee shop meet there every morning.
• The army regulars were deployed overseas for six months.
• Regular troops were distinguished from the volunteer militia.
• The store was out of regulars, so I had to buy the premium brand.
• She prefers regulars over the flavored varieties.
• The restaurant offers discounts to its regulars during slow periods.