a customary way of operation or behavior; "it is their practice to give annual raises"; "they changed their dietary pattern";
translating an idea into action; "a hard theory to put into practice"; "differences between theory and praxis of communism";
the exercise of a profession; "the practice of the law"; "I took over his practice when he retired";
systematic training by multiple repetitions; "practice makes perfect";
knowledge of how something is usually done; "it is not the local practice to wear shorts to dinner";
learn by repetition; "We drilled French verbs every day"; "Pianists practice scales";
engage in a rehearsal (of);
avail oneself to; "apply a principle"; "practice a religion"; "use care when going down the stairs"; "use your common sense"; "practice non-violent resistance";
carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions; "practice law";
