PRAXIS

practice, praxis

(noun) translating an idea into action; “a hard theory to put into practice”; “differences between theory and praxis of communism”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

praxis (countable and uncountable, plural praxes or praxises)

The practical application of any branch of learning.

(drama) The deliberate action of a rational being.

(philosophy) The synthesis of theory and practice, without presuming the primacy of either.

Custom or established practice.

An example or form of exercise, or a collection of such examples, for practice.

Source: Wiktionary


Prax"is, n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. Practice.]

1. Use; practice; especially, exercise or discipline for a specific purpose or object. "The praxis and theory of music." Wood.

2. An example or form of exercise, or a collection of such examples, for practice.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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