practicing

verb
UK: /ˈpræktɪsɪŋ/
US: /ˈpræktɪsɪŋ/

  1. Currently involved in regularly doing an activity, especially a skill, to improve or maintain ability.

    1. I am practicing the guitar every day. [ ] [ ]
    2. She is practicing her speech before the important presentation to ensure a smooth delivery. [ ] [ ]

  2. Actively working in a particular profession, trade, or occupation.

    1. He is a practicing doctor at the local hospital. [ ] [ ]
    2. The lawyer is practicing law, specializing in corporate litigation, and handling complex cases. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

training performing active working
practicing adjective

  1. Engaged in or occupied with a specific activity or skill.

    1. She is a practicing musician. [ ] [ ]
    2. He's a practicing Catholic, attending church regularly and following religious customs. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "practicing" in English means: Currently involved in regularly doing an activity, especially a skill, to improve or maintain ability., Actively working in a particular profession, trade, or occupation..

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

Synonyms for "practicing": training, performing, active, working.

Example usage of "practicing": "I am practicing the guitar every day.". More examples on the page.