practicum

noun

prac·​ti·​cum ˈprak-ti-kəm How to pronounce practicum (audio)
: a course of study designed especially for the preparation of teachers and clinicians that involves the supervised practical application of previously studied theory

Examples of practicum in a Sentence

she got some coaching experience through a 40-hour practicum with the parks department
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This confidence is not unfounded, as it is backed by the rigorous practicum that pilots, flight crew, ground crew, and mechanics undergo. Essence, 24 Feb. 2025 In 2022 alone, the company brought on 270 graduates and students—and participated in career fairs, business practicums, hackathons, open houses, club panels and other campus activities. Emma Whitford, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 This confidence is not unfounded, as it is backed by the rigorous practicum that pilots, flight crew, ground crew, and mechanics undergo. Essence, 24 Feb. 2025 In 2022 alone, the company brought on 270 graduates and students—and participated in career fairs, business practicums, hackathons, open houses, club panels and other campus activities. Emma Whitford, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for practicum

Word History

Etymology

German Praktikum, from Late Latin practicum, neuter of practicus practical

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of practicum was in 1874

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“Practicum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/practicum. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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