/ ˈpræktɪkəbl; NAmE / adjective
( formal ) able to be done; likely to be successful
SYN feasible , workable :
at the earliest practicable opportunity
as soon as (is) practicable
The only practicable alternative is to postpone the meeting.
Employers should provide a safe working environment, as far as is reasonably practicable.
—compare impracticable
► prac·tic·abil·ity / ˌpræktɪkəˈbɪləti; NAmE / noun [ U ]:
We were doubtful about the practicability of the plan.
► prac·tic·ably / -əbli; NAmE / adverb :
Please reply as soon as is practicably possible.
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WORD ORIGIN
mid 17th cent.: from French praticable , from pratiquer put into practice.