practice
|prac/tice|
B1
/ˈpræk.tɪs/
repeated application
Etymology
Etymology Information
'practice' originates from Old French 'practiser', which came from Medieval Latin 'practicare', meaning 'to perform' or 'to carry out'.
Historical Evolution
'practiser' transformed into the Middle English word 'practisen', eventually becoming the modern English word 'practice'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perform or carry out', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to exercise or apply'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories about such application or use.
In practice, the new method proved to be more efficient.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35