C2nounformalhealthwork
US/prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/
UK/prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ə/
someone who works in a skilled job such as medicine or law, or who regularly does a particular activity
In context
If the pain continues, see a medical practitioner as soon as possible.
Experienced practitioners of yoga can hold this pose for several minutes.
The conference brings together teachers, researchers and practitioners from across Asia.
Words that go with practitioner
adjective + noun
- general practitionerIn the UK, you usually see a general practitioner, or GP, first.
- medical practitionerOnly a registered medical practitioner can sign the form.
- legal practitionerEvery legal practitioner must follow a strict code of conduct.
- experienced practitionerEven an experienced practitioner can make mistakes when tired.
noun + noun
- nurse practitionerIn the US, a nurse practitioner can prescribe some medicines.
- healthcare practitionersHealthcare practitioners must renew their licenses every five years.