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practise

1 of 1verb
/ˈpræktəs/
Forms:practises,practising,practised,practised
1

to do something again and again in order to get better at it

  • I practise the guitar every evening.
  • They are practising their dance for the show.
  • She practises speaking English with her friend.
  • We have practised this song many times.
  • The children will practise their lines tomorrow.
2

to carry out or apply a particular method or activity, especially as a regular or established routine

  • Some families practise composting as part of their lifestyle.
  • He practises kindness by helping his neighbours regularly.
  • The community practises traditional cooking methods.
  • Organic farming is widely practised in that region.
  • A new teaching style is being practised in the school.