customs
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The government department or checkpoint that inspects goods and travelers entering a country.
Usage notes
"Customs" in this sense is always plural in form but refers to a single checkpoint or authority.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "We were held up at _____ for almost an hour."
Answer: customs
In your own words, what does "customs" mean?
The government department or checkpoint that inspects goods and travelers entering a country.
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