| 单词 | practice |
| 释义 | practice —practice /ˈpræk.tɪs/ noun (ACTION) B2 [U] action rather than thought or ideas: » How do you intend to put these proposals into practice, Mohamed?Thesaurus+: ↑Acting and acts , ↑Dealing with things or peoplein practiceB2 used to describe what really happens as opposed to what you think will happen in a particular situation: » It seemed like a good idea before we started, but in practice it was a disaster.» Officially, Robert's in charge, but in practice Hannah runs the office.» I can't see how your plan is going to work in practice.Word Builder:–Nouns: practice, practitioner• • • Extra Examples:» It frustrates me that I'm not able to put any of my ideas into practice.» He doubted whether the plan was realizable in practice.» Her idea for reorganizing the department will never work in practice.» You'd better check you've considered all the details before you actually put the scheme into practice.» In theory, the journey ought to take three hours, but in practice it usually takes four because of roadworks.noun (REGULAR ACTIVITY) C2 [C or U] something that is usually or regularly done, often as a habit, tradition, or custom: » What can European companies learn from Japanese business practices?» It's common practice in the States to tip the hairdresser.» This is a cruel practice that should be banned immediately.» What is standard practice (= what is usually done) in a situation like this?» Newspaper editors have agreed a new code of practice on the invasion of privacy.Thesaurus+: ↑Repeating an actionThesaurus+: ↑Habitual behaviourmake a practice of sth UK OLD-FASHIONEDF0 to do something regularly: » I'll do your washing for you this time, but I'm not going to make a practice of it.Thesaurus+: ↑Habitual behaviour• • • Extra Examples:» Winning first prize was the culmination of years of practice and hard work.» I asked the teacher if I could be excused from football practice as my knee still hurt.» The practice of giving eggs at Easter can be traced back to festivals in ancient China.» With some regular practice, those pieces will be perfect in time for your music exam.» The course comprises a class book, a practice book and an audio tape.noun (TRAINING) ► A2 [C or U] the act of doing something regularly or repeatedly to improve your skill at doing it: » I need to get some more practice before I take my driving test.» Are you coming to choir practice this evening?» She's never at home because she spends all her free time at hockey practices.» You'll gradually get better at it - it's just a question of practice.» I'm a bit out of practice (= I haven't had any recent experience) but I'd love to play.» Do you mind if I have a few practice shots before we start the game?Thesaurus+: ↑Repeating an action• • • Extra Examples:» choir practice» Winning first prize was the culmination of years of practice and hard work.» I asked the teacher if I could be excused from football practice as my knee still hurt.» The course comprises a class book, a practice book and an audio tape.» At the end of each teaching practice, trainee teachers are asked to appraise their own performance.noun (WORK) ► F0 [C] a job or business that involves a lot of skill or training: » a dental/medical/veterinary/legal practice» Our practice is responsible for about 5,000 patients.» She's decided to leave the Health Service and join a private practice.Thesaurus+: ↑Jobs, careers and professions , ↑Working |
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