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
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
23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”
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