pratique

[præˈtiːk]

pratique Definition

• 1. permission granted to a ship to enter port on assurance from the captain that no contagious disease is aboard
• 2. a certificate of such permission

Using pratique: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pratique" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The ship was granted pratique after a thorough inspection.

• Example

  The captain presented his pratique to the port authorities.

• Example

  Without a valid pratique, the ship could not dock at the port.

pratique Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pratique

• permission
• clearance
• authorization

Phrases with pratique

• grant pratique

  to give permission to a ship to enter port after ensuring that it is free from contagious diseases

  Example

  The health officials had to grant pratique before the ship could dock at the port.

• pratique flag

  a flag flown by a ship to indicate that it has been granted pratique and is free from contagious diseases

  Example

  The ship hoisted the pratique flag as it entered the port.

• pratique station

  a place where ships are inspected for contagious diseases and granted pratique

  Example

  The ship had to stop at the pratique station before entering the port.

Origins of pratique

from French 'pratique', meaning 'practical'

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Summary: pratique in Brief

'Pratique' [præˈtiːk] refers to permission granted to a ship to enter port after ensuring that it is free from contagious diseases. It is often accompanied by a certificate of permission or 'pratique flag.' The term is used in phrases like 'grant pratique' and 'pratique station,' referring to the process of inspection and clearance.