Meaning of the word orthodox in English

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orthodox

US /ˈɔːr.θə.dɑːks/
UK /ˈɔːr.θə.dɑːks/

Adjective

1.

(of a person or their views, especially religious or political ones, or other beliefs or practices) conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as right or true; established and approved.

Example:
orthodox medical treatment
2.

(of a thing) of the ordinary or usual type; normal.

Example:
they avoided orthodox jazz venues
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