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- Dictionarypractice/ˈpraktɪs/
noun
- 1. the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it: "the principles and practice of teaching" Similar
- 2. the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing of something: "product placement is common practice in American movies" Similar
verb
- 1. US spelling of practise
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PRACTICE definition: 1. action rather than thought or ideas: 2. used to describe what really happens as opposed to what…. Learn more.
practice: [verb] carry out, apply. to do or perform often, customarily, or habitually. to be professionally engaged in.
Practice can be a noun or a verb, but either way it's about how things are done on a regular basis. You can practice shotput every day because your town has a practice of supporting track-and-field events.
Definition of practice noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
7 meanings: 1. a usual or customary action or proceeding 2. repetition or exercise of an activity in order to achieve mastery.... Click for more definitions.
PRACTICE definition: 1. repeatedly doing an activity to improve your ability: 2. what people do or how they do it: 3…. Learn more.
v. prac·ticed, prac·tic·ing, prac·tic·es. v.tr. 1. To do or perform habitually or customarily; make a habit of: practices courtesy in social situations. 2. To do or perform (something) repeatedly in order to acquire or polish a skill: practice a dance step. 3.