prac
tice
Plural
practices
1
the act of repeatedly doing something to become better at doing it
- Daily practice of yoga can improve flexibility and reduce stress.
- Joining a debate club provides ample opportunities for public speaking practice.
- Language practice through conversation partners can enhance your fluency.
- The soccer team had intensive practice sessions before the big game.
- To become a better swimmer, consistent practice is essential.
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2
the act of applying or implementing an idea, theory, or plan into real-world actions or activities
- The proposed solution seemed ideal in theory, but it faced several challenges in practice.
- The company's guidelines looked great on paper, but in practice, they were difficult to implement.
- The practice of this teaching method has shown significant improvement in student engagement.
- The practice of these safety protocols has greatly reduced workplace accidents.
- His practice of the new exercise routine helped him achieve better fitness results.
Synonyms:
3
a habitual or customary way of doing something; a repeated or regular action or behavior
- The practice of greeting each customer with a smile is essential in the hospitality industry.
- It is common practice in some cultures to remove shoes before entering a home.
- The doctor's office has a practice of calling patients the day before their appointments.
- The company's practice of promoting from within boosts employee morale and loyalty.
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4
the professional work or business of a doctor, lawyer, dentist, or other experts providing services to clients or patients
- The lawyer decided to start her own practice after working for a large firm for several years.
- The doctor moved his practice to a new location closer to the hospital.
- Her dental practice has been serving the community for over 20 years.
- The architect designed a modern building for the law practice in the downtown area.
- After graduating from medical school, he joined a well-established practice with experienced physicians.
5
knowledge of how something is usually done