practical
/ˈpræktɪkəl/
noun
- An examination or lesson in which students show their ability to do something rather than just write about it.
- She did well on the written test but struggled with the practical.
- The chemistry practical is scheduled for Friday afternoon.
- Students must attend all practicals to pass the course.
adjective
- Relating to actual experience or use rather than theory or ideas.
- The course focuses on practical skills like cooking and budgeting.
- She has a lot of practical experience in fixing cars.
- We need a practical solution that works in the real world.
- Suitable for a particular purpose; useful and sensible.
- This jacket is warm and practical for hiking.
- A practical gift is something the person will actually use.
- He gave me some practical advice about saving money.
- Likely to be effective or successful in real circumstances; realistic.
- We need to set practical goals that we can achieve.
- Her plan to start a business is very practical.
- It's not practical to drive across the city in rush hour.
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