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Definition practical in British English

practical adjective

adjective
/ˈpræktɪk(ə)l/

▪ advice, application, importance, purpose, significance, solution, use

Example

Applicants for the job must have at least three years of practical experience.

Example

Unfortunately Carter's research has no practical use.

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making sensible decisions and choices, especially the types of decisions and choices that you have to make every day

Example

Despite their wealth, they were always practical about money.

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a practical attitude to marriage

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I can trust you to come up with a practical solution to the problem.

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Example

I need a practical hairstyle that's easy to care for.

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a practical car for the family

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able to make repairs or do things with your hands in a skilful way

Example

We aren't very practical so we usually hire someone to do the major repairs.

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Definition practical in British English