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Technique Very Common

Origin: French suffix -ique

Technique has 3 different meanings across 1 category:

Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

a practical method or art applied to some particular task

"The chef demonstrated his unique knife technique to ensure every vegetable was sliced perfectly thin."

2

skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity

"practice greatly improves proficiency"

3

The practical aspects of a given art, occupation etc.; formal requirements.

"The instructor emphasized that mastering the correct technique was essential before attempting to create any original artwork."

In plain English: A technique is a specific way of doing something that works well.

"She spent hours practicing her guitar technique to improve her sound."

Usage: Use technique to refer specifically to the skillful way something is done or the specific methods employed in an activity. It differs from general ability by focusing on the precise execution and learned procedures required for success.

Example Sentences
"She spent hours practicing her guitar technique to improve her sound." noun
"She perfected her painting technique after years of practice." noun
"The chef explained his new cooking technique to the eager students." noun
"Surfing requires balance and a specific body technique to catch waves successfully." noun
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Broader Terms (hypernyms)
method skillfulness
Narrower Terms (hyponyms)
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Origin

The word "technique" entered English from French in the 16th century, originally referring to a branch of knowledge or technicality. It ultimately traces back to Ancient Greek words for art and handicraft, describing something skilful or artistic.

Rhyming Words
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