technique

[tek-neek]

noun

1. the manner and ability with which an artist, writer, dancer, athlete, or the like employs the technical skills of a particular art or field of endeavor.

2. the body of specialized procedures and methods used in any specific field, especially in an area of applied science.

3. method of performance; way of accomplishing.

4. technical skill; ability to apply procedures or methods so as to effect a desired result.

5. Informal.,  method of projecting personal charm, appeal, etc..

   He has the greatest technique with customers.

technique

/ tɛkˈniːk /

noun

1. a practical method, skill, or art applied to a particular task

2. proficiency in a practical or mechanical skill

3. special facility; knack

   he had the technique of turning everything to his advantage

Word History and Origins

Origin of technique¹

First recorded in 1810–20; from French: “technical” (adjective), “technic” (noun), from Greek technikós, techniká; technic

Word History and Origins

Origin of technique¹

C19: from French, from technique (adj) _technic

Example Sentences

However, the technique sometimes introduces small mistakes into DNA, which can occasionally be harmful.

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Managing stress through relaxation techniques and limiting screen exposure before bedtime may enhance sleep duration and quality.

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Proud of their roots, cooks and chefs are upholding recipes and techniques passed down over the stove and via old cookbooks that date back centuries.

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For their study, the team fabricated intricate mathematical lattice shapes called gyroids out of iron, silver, and copper, demonstrating their technique's ability to produce strong yet complex structures.

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Faced with learning a new offense for the fourth year in a row, he applied learning techniques he picked up at Haas to help him memorize the playbook.

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Related Words

• approach 
• art 
• capability 
• capacity 
• craft 
• facility 
• know-how 
• manner 
• means 
• mode 
• performance 
• procedure 
• routine 
• skill 
• style 
• system