break-practices

noun
UK /ˈbreɪk ˈpræktɪsɪz/
US /ˈbreɪk ˈpræktɪsɪz/

Bad habits that go against the rules.

The coach warned the team about break-practices like skipping warm-ups.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Ways of doing something that ignore the usual correct method.

The inspector found several break-practices in how the food was stored.

3. Actions that break a promise or agreement.

Signing with a rival team was seen as one of his break-practices.

4. In sports, illegal moves or plays that go against the game's rules.

The referee called two break-practices during the match.

5. Old customs that are no longer followed.

Some break-practices from the village's past are now forgotten.