common practice

/ˈkɒmən ˈpræk.tɪs/

standard or widely accepted way of doing something

In many companies, remote work has become common practice.

This means it is now a standard or widely accepted way of working.

general

A widely accepted or standard way of doing something, often based on tradition or convention.

Handwashing before meals is common practice in many cultures.

This means it is a standard or widely accepted habit.

Using passwords for online accounts is common practice for security.

This means it is a standard or widely accepted method.

This phrase is often used to describe habits, procedures, or customs that are widely followed.

Collocations

common business practicea standard way of doing things in businesscommon medical practicea standard way of doing things in medicine

the most effective or efficient way of doing something

an established way of doing something

This phrase is often used in professional or formal contexts to describe widely accepted methods or customs.

The meaning can vary slightly depending on the context, such as business, medicine, or everyday life.

Derived from 'common' (widely shared) and 'practice' (a customary way of doing something).

This phrase is often used in formal or professional contexts to describe widely accepted methods or customs.

common

widely shared or accepted

adjective

practice

a customary way of doing something

noun

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