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Definition practice in American English

practice verb

verb
/ˈpræktɪs/
1

to repeat an activity regularly so that you become better at it

Example

How many hours a day do you practice the piano?

Example

Practice putting up your tent in the yard a few times before going camping.

Example

I've been practicing hard for the recital for months.

Example

Can I practice my Spanish on you?

Example

Mike's been practicing hard for his performance in June.

Synonyms and related words
come back to replay repeat
2

to do something regularly, especially as a habit, custom, or tradition

Example

The early settlers seem to have practiced farming as well as hunting and fishing.

Synonyms and related words
custom tradition practice
3

to perform the activities and duties of your religion

Example

Emperor Constantine gave the Christians the right to practice their religion openly.

Synonyms and related words
believe follow practice
Example

She lives in Seattle, where she practices law.

Example

He completed his medical training but has never practiced.

Synonyms and related words
admit bedside manner be on call
Definition practice in American English