procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər 
1
a
: a particular way of accomplishing something or of acting
b
: a step in a procedure
2
a
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
legal procedure
a surgical procedure
b
: a set of instructions for a computer that has a name by which it can be called into action
3
a
: a traditional or established way of doing things
Examples of procedure in a Sentence
Installing a car battery is a simple procedure.
What is the procedure for applying for a loan?
New employees are taught the proper safety procedures.
We must follow proper court procedure.
An identity check is standard police procedure.
the procedure for treating a burn
The procedure will take two hours.
Recent Examples on the Web
There will also be a new qualifying procedure and a pit crew challenge.
—
Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2024
Days before the Defense of Life Act went into effect, Winmill issued a partial injunction to the law that would allow health care providers to perform emergency abortions as a stabilizing procedure in medical emergencies.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 24 Apr. 2024
Senate Bill 1233 author Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) wants to expand the number of professionals who can perform spay and neuter services and drive down costs for the procedures, which can cost up to $550, according to the senator’s office.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Pisano's two procedures were performed by separate surgical teams about nine days apart.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Corrections tracks death data in multiple places
The agency's Committee on Inmate and Youth Deaths meets at least quarterly to review the causes and circumstances surrounding the death and identify policies or procedures that need to be improved.
—Journal Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2024
Neel Shah, the chief medical officer at virtual women’s care clinic Maven, says the Biden administration’s $12 billion investment into women’s health research is driving a wave of new initiatives addressing how women’s pain is treated and reported during medical procedures.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2024
In addition to having their hair restored, people may revitalize their confidence and take back control of their lives by selecting the best hair transplant clinic and procedure, which will greatly increase their sense of empowerment and self-assurance.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
As a result, many of us are turning to cosmetic procedures to address and hopefully get rid of these skincare concerns.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
Shane Connuck, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2024
Days before the Defense of Life Act went into effect, Winmill issued a partial injunction to the law that would allow health care providers to perform emergency abortions as a stabilizing procedure in medical emergencies.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 24 Apr. 2024
Senate Bill 1233 author Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) wants to expand the number of professionals who can perform spay and neuter services and drive down costs for the procedures, which can cost up to $550, according to the senator’s office.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 24 Apr. 2024
Pisano's two procedures were performed by separate surgical teams about nine days apart.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Corrections tracks death data in multiple places
The agency's Committee on Inmate and Youth Deaths meets at least quarterly to review the causes and circumstances surrounding the death and identify policies or procedures that need to be improved.
—Journal Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2024
Neel Shah, the chief medical officer at virtual women’s care clinic Maven, says the Biden administration’s $12 billion investment into women’s health research is driving a wave of new initiatives addressing how women’s pain is treated and reported during medical procedures.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2024
In addition to having their hair restored, people may revitalize their confidence and take back control of their lives by selecting the best hair transplant clinic and procedure, which will greatly increase their sense of empowerment and self-assurance.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
As a result, many of us are turning to cosmetic procedures to address and hopefully get rid of these skincare concerns.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 11 Apr. 2024
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“Procedure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/procedure. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: a manner or method in which a business or action is carried on
2
a
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
the procedure for acquiring a passport
b
: a set of instructions for a computer that has a name by which it can be called into action
procedural
adjective
-ˈsēj-(ə-)rəl
Medical Definition
procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: a particular way of accomplishing something or of acting
2
: a step in a procedure
especially
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
a surgical procedure
a therapeutic procedure
Legal Definition
procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: one or more methods or steps for the enforcement or administration of rights, duties, justice, or laws
civil procedure
police procedure
compare procedural law, substantive law
2
: a particular and especially established way of doing something
a medical procedure
security procedures
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