English to English Dictionary

Practice Match

A game or match played for practice rather than for competition.

Practice test

An examination administered under conditions similar to a real test, designed to help students prepare for the actual assessment.

Practice-bout

A training session or trial match in combat sports such as boxing, wrestling, or martial arts.

Practicum

A practical section of a course of study designed to give students supervised professional practice in their field.

Pragmatic

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.

Pragmatics

The branch of linguistics studying how context contributes to meaning, and how language is used in social interactions.

Pragmatism

A approach that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.

Pragmatist

A person who is guided more by practical experience and observation than by theory, ideals, or abstract principles.

Praise

The expression of approval or admiration for someone or something.

Praiseworthy

Deserving of praise or commendation.

Praktische Wissenschaft

A field of study that applies scientific principles to practical problems.

Praline

A confection made of nuts and caramelized sugar.