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

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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During his most recent visit, Hill spoke to a roomful of importers and local farmers about the techniques American farmers use to help produce 4 billion bushels of soybeans annually.

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According to McShane, its process is cheaper and has far fewer steps than current techniques, with higher lithium recoveries.

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To improve their odds, Russian majors planned to tap shale formations in Siberia using techniques developed in Texas and North Dakota but the war prevented them.

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The name "kagome metal" comes from the Japanese word "kagome," meaning "basket eyes" or "basket pattern," which refers to a traditional bamboo weaving technique that creates interlocking triangular designs.

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Related Words

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