Prat"ique (?), n. [F.; cf. It. pratica, Sp. practica. See Practice.] 1. Com. Primarily, liberty of converse; intercourse; hence, a certificate, given after compliance with quarantine regulations, permitting a ship to land passengers and crew; -- a term used particularly in the south of Europe.
2. Practice; habits. [Obs.] "One of English education and pratique."
R. North.
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