practitioner
|prac-ti-tion-er|
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/prækˈtɪʃənər/
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/prækˈtɪʃənə/
active professional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'practitioner' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'practicien,' where 'practici-' meant 'to practice.'
Historical Evolution
'practicien' transformed into the modern English word 'practitioner' through the influence of the word 'practice.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who practices,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person actively engaged in an art, discipline, or profession, especially medicine.
She is a skilled practitioner in the field of law.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45