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Of, relating to, governed by, or acquired through practice or action, rather than theory, speculation, or ideals: gained practical experience of sailing as a deck hand.
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Manifested in or involving practice: practical applications of calculus.
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Actually engaged in a specified occupation or a certain kind of work; practicing.
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Capable of or suitable to being used or put into effect; useful: practical knowledge of Japanese. See Usage Note at practicable.
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Concerned with the production or operation of something useful: Woodworking is a practical art.
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