Search results
- Dictionarypractical/ˈpraktɪkl/
adjective
- 1. of or concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas: "there are two obvious practical applications of the research" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of an idea, plan, or method) likely to succeed or be effective in real circumstances; feasible: "neither of these strategies are practical for smaller businesses" Similar
noun
- 1. an examination or lesson in which theories and procedures learned are applied to the actual making or doing of something. British
Powered by Oxford Dictionaries
PRACTICAL definition: 1. relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination: 2. in…. Learn more.
Aug 2, 2012 · 1. a. : of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal. a practical question. for all practical purposes. b. : being such in practice or effect : virtual. a practical failure. 2. : actively engaged in some course of action or occupation. a practical farmer. 3. : capable of being put to use or account : useful.
of, relating to, or concerned with ordinary activities, business, or work: a habitual dreamer, who can't be bothered with practical affairs. adapted or designed for actual use; useful: practical instructions. engaged or experienced in actual practice or work: a practical politician credited with much legislation.
PRACTICAL meaning: 1. relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination: 2. in…. Learn more.
Practical refers to a person, idea, project, etc, as being more concerned with or relevant to practice than theory: he is a very practical person; the idea had no practical application. Practicable refers to a project or idea as being capable of being done or put into effect: the plan was expensive, yet practicable
(of things) useful or suitable. a practical little car, ideal for the city. Cool, loose-fitting clothes are practical in a hot climate. practical for (doing) something a briefcase that is practical for both traveling and days at the office. a feature that makes the system more practical.
adjective. concerned with actual use or practice. “he is a very practical person”. “the idea had no practical application”. “a practical knowledge of Japanese”. “woodworking is a practical art”. synonyms: concrete. capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary.
adj. 1. Of, relating to, governed by, or acquired through practice or action, rather than theory or speculation: gained practical experience of sailing as a deck hand. 2. Manifested in or involving practice: practical applications of calculus. 3. Capable of or suitable to being used or put into effect; useful: practical knowledge of Japanese.
PRACTICAL meaning: 1. relating to real situations or actions and not to thoughts or ideas: 2. suitable or useful for…. Learn more.
From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English prac‧ti‧cal1 /ˈpræktɪkəl/ S3 W2 adjective 1 real relating to real situations and events rather than ideas, emotions etc → theoretical Candidates should have training and practical experience in basic electronics. the practical problems of old age They provide financial and practical help for di...
