practitioner

noun

prac·​ti·​tion·​er prak-ˈti-sh(ə-)nər 

1

: one who practices

especially : one who practices a profession

2

Christian Science : an authorized healer

Synonyms

• exponent
• expounder
• guru
• high priest
• interpreter

Examples of practitioner in a Sentence

a French doctor who was once the most famous practitioner of natural childbirth

Recent Examples on the Web

But for seasoned practitioners, tai chi’s flow can be done anytime, anywhere. —Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024

The practitioner will look at your medical history, assess current symptoms, and perform a physical examination. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024

Since tax professionals may require a different level of service—like obtaining transcripts or asking for a hold on collections activities—the IRS offers a dedicated telephone line for practitioners. —Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024

Jennifer is also an 11th-generation root worker and Hoodoo practitioner. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

alteration of earlier practician, from Middle English (Scots) pratician, from Middle French practicien, from pratique practice

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing practitioner

• family practitioner
• general practitioner
• medical practitioner
• nurse practitioner

Kids Definition

practitioner

noun

prac·​ti·​tio·​ner

prak-ˈtish-(ə-)nər

: a person who practices a profession and especially law or medicine

Medical Definition

practitioner

noun

prac·​ti·​tion·​er prak-ˈtish-(ə-)nər 

: one who practices a profession and especially medicine