I. ˈpraksə̇s noun
( plural prax·es -kˌsēz)
Etymology: Medieval Latin, from Greek, doing, action, from the stem of prassein, prattein to pass through, experience, practice + -sis — more at practical
: action , practice : as
a. : exercise or practicing of an art, science, or skill
b. : usual or conventional conduct : habit , custom
II. noun
: practical application of a theory