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group practice
noun
: medicine practiced by a group of associated physicians or dentists (such as specialists in different fields) working as partners or as partners and employees
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These full scholarships continuously cover the monthly $350 for School of Rock programming, which includes weekly one-on-one lessons, weekly group practices and regular showcases.
—Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2024
Originating in Egypt in the 11th century, the group practices an offshoot of Islam which permits no converts – either to or from the religion – and no intermarriage.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN, 28 July 2024
One proposal would require a CON for transfer of ownership in any entity that controls a 20% interest in a health care facility or group practice.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2024
These days, the group practices for about four to five hours before a performance.
—Hanna Park, NBC News, 2 Nov. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1916, in the meaning defined above
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“Group practice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/group%20practice. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
Medical Definition
group practice
noun
: medicine practiced by a group of associated physicians or dentists (as specialists in different fields) working as partners or as partners and employees
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