1. A delay or postponement that is customary, expected, or part of established practice in a particular context or culture
The traditional delay in announcing election results lasted several days.
O atraso tradicional no anúncio dos resultados eleitorais durou vários dias.
2. An accepted or conventional wait time that is typically observed in a social, professional, or institutional setting
There was a traditional delay before the bride made her entrance at the wedding.
Houve um atraso tradicional antes da noiva fazer sua entrada no casamento.