technique

[tek-neek]

noun

1. the manner and ability with which an artist, writer, dancer, athlete, or the like employs the technical skills of a particular art or field of endeavor.

2. the body of specialized procedures and methods used in any specific field, especially in an area of applied science.

3. method of performance; way of accomplishing.

4. technical skill; ability to apply procedures or methods so as to effect a desired result.

5. Informal.,  method of projecting personal charm, appeal, etc..

   He has the greatest technique with customers.

technique

/ tɛkˈniːk /

noun

1. a practical method, skill, or art applied to a particular task

2. proficiency in a practical or mechanical skill

3. special facility; knack

   he had the technique of turning everything to his advantage

Word History and Origins

Origin of technique¹

First recorded in 1810–20; from French: “technical” (adjective), “technic” (noun), from Greek technikós, techniká; technic

Word History and Origins

Origin of technique¹

C19: from French, from technique (adj) _technic

Example Sentences

More than his technique or ruthless scrutiny, it’s Oliphant’s humor that feels the most absent from our world right now.

From Salon

Herbicides, another common technique for managing invasive grasses, are often expensive to purchase and can leave toxic chemicals in the environment after treatment.

From Los Angeles Times

Initially, iron produced in this manner would cost more than iron made using traditional techniques.

From BBC

She came to television already fluent in the rhythms of instruction — the patience, the humor, the knack for making technique feel accessible.

From Salon

As the days started stacking up, so did the new techniques that the Dodgers’ staff introduced.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• approach 
• art 
• capability 
• capacity 
• craft 
• facility 
• know-how 
• manner 
• means 
• mode 
• performance 
• procedure 
• routine 
• skill 
• style 
• system