practices
US /ˈpræk.tɪsɪz/
UK /ˈpræk.tɪsɪz/
名詞
1.
實踐, 慣例
the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it
範例:
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It's a good idea in theory, but difficult in practice.
這在理論上是個好主意，但在實踐中卻很難。
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The new safety practices have improved working conditions.
新的安全措施改善了工作條件。
2.
練習, 訓練
repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it
範例:
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She put in hours of piano practice every day.
她每天花好幾個小時練習鋼琴。
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The team has football practices three times a week.
球隊每週有三次足球訓練。
3.
慣例, 做法
the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing something
範例:
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It is common practice to tip waiters in this country.
在這個國家，給服務員小費是常見的做法。
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His business practices were often criticized.
他的商業行為經常受到批評。
4.
診所, 事務所
the business of a doctor or lawyer
範例:
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He joined his father's law practice after graduating.
他畢業後加入了父親的律師事務所。
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The doctor's practice is located downtown.
醫生的診所位於市中心。
動詞
1.
練習, 實踐
perform (an activity) repeatedly so as to improve or maintain one's proficiency
範例:
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You need to practice your scales every day.
你需要每天練習音階。
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The doctor practices medicine in a rural area.
這位醫生在農村地區行醫。
2.
奉行, 遵循
carry out or perform (a particular activity, method, or custom) habitually or regularly
範例:
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They practice a strict vegetarian diet.
他們奉行嚴格的素食。
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The community practices ancient rituals.
這個社區遵循古老的儀式。