practical

 
Pronunciation: /ˈpraktɪk(ə)l/

adjective

  • 1of or concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas: there are two obvious practical applications of the research
  • 2(of an idea, plan, or method) likely to succeed or be effective in real circumstances; feasible: neither of these strategies are practical for smaller businesses
  • suitable for a particular purpose: a practical, stylish kitchen
  • (of a person) sensible and realistic in their approach to a situation or problem: I’m merely being practical—we must find a ground-floor flat
  • (of a person) skilled at manual tasks: Steve’ll fix it—he’s quite practical
  • 3so nearly the case that it can be regarded as so; virtual: for all practical purposes, she’s his girlfriend

noun

British
  • an examination or lesson in which theories and procedures learned are applied to the actual making or doing of something.

Origin:

late 16th century: from archaic practic 'practical' (from Old French practique, via late Latin from Greek praktikos 'concerned with action', from prattein 'do, act') + -al