Meaning of the word theoretical in English

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theoretical

US /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
UK /ˌθiː.əˈret̬.ə.kəl/
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Adjective

1.

concerned with or involving the theory of a subject or area of study rather than its practical application

Example:
The course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering.
His knowledge is purely theoretical; he has no real-world experience.
2.

based on or calculated by theory rather than experience or practice

Example:
The theoretical maximum speed of the car is 200 mph.
In a theoretical world, this plan would work perfectly.
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