Longstanding practice (6)

I believe the answer is:

custom

(Other definitions for custom that I've seen before include "Regular trade" , "Habit, usage" , "Established usage" , "Local habit" , "Habitual patronage" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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