Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
Normal isn't a word that I would use but it's certainly common.
Originally Posted by
portland376
Normal? No. Common? Depends on whom you ask.
Main Entry:
1nor·mal
Pronunciation: \ˈnȯr-məl\
Function:
adjective
Etymology: Latin
normalis, from
norma
Date: circa 1696
1 : perpendicular;
especially : perpendicular to a tangent at a point of tangency
2 a : according with, constituting, or not deviating from a norm, rule, or principle
b : conforming to a type, standard, or regular pattern
3 : occurring naturally <normal immunity>
I would say that it fits the definition of "normal" in that it conforms to a regular pattern and it occurs naturally, i.e. when nothing is wrong.