Definition, synonyms and related words
The act of one who practices.
"The practicing doctor arrived at the clinic early to see her first patients."
"His practicing was so loud that he had to ask his neighbor for help controlling the noise."
present participle of practice
"The doctor was practicing in a small clinic when I first met her."
In plain English: Practicing means doing something repeatedly to get better at it over time.
"She is practicing piano every evening before bed."
Actively engaged in a profession.
"The young lawyer is now practicing at a small firm downtown."
In plain English: Practicing describes someone who is currently working at their job or profession as their main career.
"He is practicing law in a small town near Chicago."