Meaning & use
technique
A particular way of carrying out a task, especially one requiring skill or precision.
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The swimmer refined her breathing technique to shave seconds off her time.
Doctors are trained in a specific technique for setting broken bones.
A note on using this word
"Technique" emphasizes practical skill of execution, while "method" refers more broadly to a procedure.
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