practical knowledge
nounUK /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/
US /ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl ˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/
Knowing how to do things by actually doing them, not just by reading about them.
She has practical knowledge of cooking because she helps in the kitchen every day.
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2. The useful information you gain from doing a job or activity over time.
His practical knowledge of the farm helped him fix the broken fence.
3. Understanding how to use tools or solve real problems in everyday life.
Practical knowledge of first aid can help you in an emergency.
4. Knowledge that is useful and can be applied, rather than just theoretical.
The course gives students practical knowledge they can use at work.