'Technique' definitions:

Definition of 'technique'

From: WordNet
noun
A practical method or art applied to some particular task
noun
Skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity; "practice greatly improves proficiency" [syn: proficiency, technique]

Definition of 'Technique'

From: GCIDE
  • Technique \Tech`nique"\, n. [F.]
  • 1. The method or manner of performance in any art; -- also called technic. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. The body of technical methods and procedures used in a science or craft. [PJC]
  • 3. the detailed movements used for executing an artistic performance; technical skill; artistic execution; as, a pianist's fingering technique. [1913 Webster +PJC]

Synonyms of 'technique'

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