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Technique: Definition, Usage & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：specific method (technique)
technique
/tekˈniːk/
n.
A particular way of doing something, especially one that is effective or requires skill.
specific method
➕
/spəˈsɪfɪk ˈmeθəd/
n.
A specific procedure or way of accomplishing a task, often developed through practice.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Greek 'technē' (art, craft) via French, meaning 'pertaining to art or skill'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think TECH-nique: TECHnology requires a specific TECH-nique.
📖 Example
She developed a special technique for remembering new words by associating them with funny pictures.
She developed a special specific method for remembering new words by linking them to amusing images.
🔗 Collocations
master a technique – to become highly skilled in a particular method
learning technique – a method used for acquiring knowledge or skill
proven technique – a method that has been tested and shown to work
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
haphazardness (n.) – Lack of any specific method or order.
🌱 Derivatives
technical (adj.) – Relating to a particular subject, art, or craft, or its techniques.
technician (n.) – A person skilled in the practical application of a technique.
📖 Cultural Story
The word entered English in the early 19th century from French 'technique', which itself came from Latin 'technicus' and Greek 'tekhnikos', from 'tekhnē' meaning 'art, skill, craft'. It originally referred specifically to procedures in the fine arts, later expanding to all skilled activities.
Meaning 2：technical skill (technique)
technique
/tekˈniːk/
n.
The overall skill or ability needed for a particular activity, especially in art, sport, or science.
technical skill
➕
/ˈteknɪkəl skɪl/
n.
The overall practical skill and ability involved in performing a complex activity, particularly in fields like science, medicine, or art.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The new medical technique allows surgeons to perform operations with minimal scarring.
The new medical technical skill enables surgeons to carry out operations leaving very little scarring.
🔗 Collocations
surgical technique – the skill and methods used by surgeons during operations
advanced technique – a highly developed and complex skill in a particular field
artistic technique – the skill and methods used in creating art
🔄 Synonyms
skill (n.) – The ability to do something well, often gained through experience.
expertise (n.) – Specialized skill or knowledge in a particular field.
proficiency (n.) – A high degree of competence or skill in something.
🚫 Antonyms
incompetence (n.) – Lack of the skill or ability needed to do something successfully.
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