practical

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Useful and suitable for a real situation rather than just theory.

   We need a practical solution that we can use right away.

2. 2
   adj

   Based on practice or experience rather than ideas.

   He has plenty of practical knowledge of car repair.

3. 3
   adj

   Sensible and good at dealing with everyday matters.

   She is a practical person who always plans ahead.

Common collocations

• practical advice Adjective + noun

From Middle English practical, practicale, praktycall, from Medieval Latin practicālis.

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