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Practical

ˈpraktɪkl

Practical definitions
adjective
practical
  1. of 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"

  3. so nearly the case that it can be regarded as so; virtual

    "for all practical purposes, she's his girlfriend"

    virtual effective in effect
noun
practical practicals
  1. an examination or lesson in which theories and procedures learned are applied to the actual making or doing of something