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.
© Webster 1913.