1. A tradition, practice, or habit passed down through generations within a family, community, or culture
The costume herdado of celebrating Christmas together has been maintained by the family for over a century.
O costume herdado de celebrar o Natal juntos foi mantido pela família há mais de um século.
2. A cultural or social practice acquired through inheritance rather than personal choice
Speaking the native language is a costume herdado in many immigrant families.
Falar a língua nativa é um costume herdado em muitas famílias de imigrantes.