practical
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/ˈpɹæktɪkəl/
English
Definitions
noun
- A part of an exam or series of exams in which the candidate has to demonstrate their practical ability
- A prop that has some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.
adjective
- Based on practice or action rather than theory or hypothesis“Jack didn't get an engineering degree, but has practical knowledge of metalworking.”
- Being likely to be effective and applicable to a real situation; able to be put to use“Jack's knowledge has the practical benefit of giving us useful prototype parts.”
- Of a person, having skills or knowledge that are practical“All in all, Jack's a very practical chap.”
- Of a prop: having some degree of functionality, rather than being a mere imitation.
Related words
Synonyms
hard-nosedpragmaticpragmaticalrealisticapplicablematter-of-factpracticablefunctionalapplicatoryapplicativeserviceableappliedoperableworkingvirtualuseful
Antonyms
Associated
jokesjokeconsiderationstheoreticalpurposesapplicationsapplicationconfederationskillstheologyadviceshooting