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- 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
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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
Definition of practical adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
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.
a lesson or an exam in science or technology in which students have to do or make things, not just read or write about them. a biology practical. The second part of the exam is a three-hour practical.
