procedure — a series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈsiːdʒər/
Example Sentences
- The fire drill procedure requires everyone to walk calmly to the exit, not run like they're being chased by zombies.
- The airport security procedure seems longer than the actual flight sometimes.
- Please read the procedure manual before operating the equipment.
procedure
NOUN[/prəˈsiːdʒər/]
a series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner
a series of actions conducted in a certain order or manner
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'procedere' meaning 'to go forward' or 'to advance', derived from 'pro-' (forward) and 'cedere' (to go or yield). The word entered Middle English through Old French 'proceder'.
Breakdown
pro- (forward) + cede (go/move) + -ure (noun suffix indicating a process or result) = procedure
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📝Examples
“The fire drill procedure requires everyone to walk calmly to the exit, not run like they're being chased by zombies.”
“The airport security procedure seems longer than the actual flight sometimes.”
“Please read the procedure manual before operating the equipment.”
“The admission procedure for the university is quite complicated.”
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