1. Of, relating to, governed by, or acquired through practice or action, rather than theory or speculation: gained practical experience of sailing as a deck hand.

2. Manifested in or involving practice: practical applications of calculus.

3. Capable of or suitable to being used or put into effect; useful: practical knowledge of Japanese. See Usage Note at practicable.

4. Concerned with the production or operation of something useful: Woodworking is a practical art.

5. Having or showing good judgment; sensible: If we're practical, we can do the job quickly.

6. Being actually so in almost every respect; virtual: The snowstorm was a practical disaster.