break-practices
nounUK /ˈbreɪk ˈpræktɪsɪz/
US /ˈbreɪk ˈpræktɪsɪz/
Bad habits that go against the rules.
The coach warned the team about break-practices like skipping warm-ups.
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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.