practice

noun
UK: /ˈpræktɪs/
US: /ˈpræktɪs/

  1. Regular performance or exercise to improve skill.

    1. I need more practice to play the piano well. [ ] [ ]
    2. Daily practice is essential if you want to become a professional musician. [ ] [ ]

  2. The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method.

    1. The company's practice is to hire only local residents. [ ] [ ]
    2. It is common practice for doctors to wash their hands between patients. [ ] [ ]

  3. A professional's business or the place where they work.

    1. She works in a dental practice near the park. [ ] [ ]
    2. He's trying to build up his own law practice after working for a big firm. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

routine drill firm custom business procedure rehearse exercise method
practice verb

  1. To do something repeatedly to improve your skill.

    1. I practice the guitar every day after school. [ ] [ ]
    2. You should practice your presentation several times before you deliver it. [ ] [ ]

  2. To do something regularly as part of your job or routine.

    1. Doctors practice medicine to help people who are sick. [ ] [ ]
    2. Many architects practice sustainable design to reduce environmental impact. [ ] [ ]

  3. To put into action or carry out a particular method or custom.

    1. The company practices good environmental stewardship. [ ] [ ]
    2. It's important to practice what you preach in your daily life. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "practice" in English means: Regular performance or exercise to improve skill., The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method., A professional's business or the place where they work..

The phonetic transcription of "practice" is /ˈpræktɪs/ in British English and /ˈpræktɪs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "practice": routine, drill, firm, custom, business, procedure, rehearse, exercise, method.

Example usage of "practice": "I need more practice to play the piano well.". More examples on the page.