practices
US /ˈpræk.tɪsɪz/
UK /ˈpræk.tɪsɪz/
名词
1.
实践, 惯例
the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it
示例:
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It's a good idea in theory, but difficult in practice.
这在理论上是个好主意，但在实践中却很难。
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The new safety practices have improved working conditions.
新的安全措施改善了工作条件。
2.
练习, 训练
repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it
示例:
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She put in hours of piano practice every day.
她每天花好几个小时练习钢琴。
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The team has football practices three times a week.
球队每周有三次足球训练。
3.
惯例, 做法
the customary, habitual, or expected procedure or way of doing something
示例:
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It is common practice to tip waiters in this country.
在这个国家，给服务员小费是常见的做法。
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His business practices were often criticized.
他的商业行为经常受到批评。
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诊所, 事务所
the business of a doctor or lawyer
示例:
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He joined his father's law practice after graduating.
他毕业后加入了父亲的律师事务所。
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The doctor's practice is located downtown.
医生的诊所位于市中心。
动词
1.
练习, 实践
perform (an activity) repeatedly so as to improve or maintain one's proficiency
示例:
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You need to practice your scales every day.
你需要每天练习音阶。
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The doctor practices medicine in a rural area.
这位医生在农村地区行医。
2.
奉行, 遵循
carry out or perform (a particular activity, method, or custom) habitually or regularly
示例:
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They practice a strict vegetarian diet.
他们奉行严格的素食。
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The community practices ancient rituals.
这个社区遵循古老的仪式。