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   prac·ti·cal

   /ˈpraktək(ə)l/

   adjective

   • 1. of or concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas: "there are two obvious practical applications of the research" Similar empiricalhands-onpragmaticrealactualactiveappliedexperientialexperimentalnontheoreticalin the fieldinformal:how-totechnical:heuristicrare:empiricOpposite theoretical
   • 2. (of an idea, plan, or method) likely to succeed or be effective in real circumstances; feasible: "neither of these strategies is practical for smaller businesses" Similar feasiblepracticablerealisticviableworkablepossiblewithin the bounds/realms of possibilityreasonablesensibleusefulhelpfulconstructiveinformal:doablerare:accomplishable
   • ▪ suitable for a particular purpose: "a practical, stylish kitchen" Similar functionalserviceablesensibleusefulutilitarianutilityeverydayworkadayordinarysuitableappropriate
   • ▪ (of a person) sensible and realistic in their approach to a situation or problem: "I'm not unfeeling, just trying to be practical" Similar realisticsensibledown-to-earthpragmaticbusinesslikematter-of-factreasonablerationalcommonsensicalhardheadedno-nonsensewith one's/both feet on the groundinformal:hard-nosedOpposite impractical
   • ▪ (of a person) skilled at manual tasks: "Steve'll fix it—he's quite practical"
   • 3. so nearly the case that it can be regarded as so; virtual: "it was a practical certainty that he would try to raise more money" Similar virtualeffectivein effect

   Word Origin late 16th century: from archaic practic ‘practical’ (from Old French practique, via late Latin from Greek praktikos ‘concerned with action’, from prattein ‘do, act’) + -al.

   Derivatives

   • 1. practicalness noun

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › practicalPractical Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Aug 2, 2012 · 1. a. : of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal. a practical question. for all practical purposes. b. : being such in practice or effect : virtual. a practical failure. 2. : actively engaged in some course of action or occupation. a practical farmer. 3. : capable of being put to use or account : useful.

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   PRACTICAL definition: 1. relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination: 2. in…. Learn more.

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   consisting of, involving, or resulting from practice or action: a practical application of a rule. of, relating to, or concerned with ordinary activities, business, or work: a habitual dreamer, who can't be bothered with practical affairs. adapted or designed for actual use; useful: practical instructions.

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   relating to experience, real situations, or actions rather than ideas or imagination: Degrees are important but practical experience is always a plus. The service offers young people practical advice on finding a job.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › practicalPractical - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   adjective. concerned with actual use or practice. “he is a very practical person”. “the idea had no practical application”. “a practical knowledge of Japanese”. “woodworking is a practical art”. synonyms: concrete. capable of being perceived by the senses; not abstract or imaginary.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPRACTICAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Practical refers to a person, idea, project, etc, as being more concerned with or relevant to practice than theory: he is a very practical person; the idea had no practical application. Practicable refers to a project or idea as being capable of being done or put into effect: the plan was expensive, yet practicable

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishpractical adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   (of things) useful or suitable. a practical little car, ideal for the city. Cool, loose-fitting clothes are practical in a hot climate. practical for (doing) something a briefcase that is practical for both traveling and days at the office. a feature that makes the system more practical.