Main Entry:

prax·is

Pronunciation:

\ˈprak-səs\

Function:

noun

Inflected Form(s):

plural prax·es \-ˌsēz\

Etymology:

Medieval Latin, from Greek, doing, action, from prassein to do, practice — more at practical

Date:

1581

1: action, practice : as a: exercise or practice of an art, science, or skill b: customary practice or conduct 2: practical application of a theory