practise
Americanverb (used with or without object)
verb
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to do or cause to do repeatedly in order to gain skill
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(tr) to do (something) habitually or frequently
they practise ritual murder
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to observe or pursue (something, such as a religion)
to practise Christianity
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to work at (a profession, job, etc)
he practises medicine
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to take advantage of (someone, someone's credulity, etc)
Usage
What’s the difference between practise and practice? In British English (and many other international varieties of English), the spelling practise is used when the word is a verb, while the spelling practice is used when it’s a noun. In American English, the spelling practice is always used, regardless of whether the word is used as a verb or a noun.This is somewhat similar to the difference in spelling between advice (noun) and advise (verb)—a distinction that’s used in both British and American English.However, unlike advice and advise, practise and practice are always pronounced the same.Here is an example of how practise and practice would be used in the same sentence in British English.Example: Remember, practice makes perfect—the more you practise, the better you will get. Want to learn more? Read the full breakdown of the difference between practise and practice.
Other Word Forms
- mispractise noun
- prepractise verb
Etymology
Origin of practise
C15: see practice
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"The girls are practising hard and they need a bit more support from us - that's what we've brought in," Middleton explained.
From BBC
"Today marks the day where I am free to practise in my profession again," she said.
From BBC
Problematic practises in Britain's multi-billion pound gambling industry have forced the regulator to issue several large fines over the last year and a half.
From Reuters
The allies have been practising how to defeat the North in the event of an attack.
From BBC
The GP who missed the coil is no longer practising.
From BBC
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