procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər 
1
a
: a particular way of accomplishing something or of acting
b
: a step in a procedure
2
a
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
legal procedure
a surgical procedure
b
: a set of instructions for a computer that has a name by which it can be called into action
3
a
: a traditional or established way of doing things
Examples of procedure in a Sentence
Installing a car battery is a simple procedure.
What is the procedure for applying for a loan?
New employees are taught the proper safety procedures.
We must follow proper court procedure.
An identity check is standard police procedure.
the procedure for treating a burn
The procedure will take two hours.
Recent Examples on the Web
The execution of Marcellus Williams is set to proceed as scheduled Tuesday after the Missouri Supreme Court and the state's governor both rejected pleas to halt the procedure.
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CBS News, 24 Sep. 2024
Fortunately, bird flu is something that is unlikely to ever concern Pesto – who will live out his life in an enclosure that has strict biosecurity procedures in place to keep the exhibit's king and smaller gentoo penguins free from external virus exposure.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2024
Still, even with a possible deal to avert a lapse in funding, the standard procedure to bring nonessential government functions to a halt will soon get underway for all federal government departments and agencies, an administration official told CNN.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 23 Sep. 2024
Beyond fostering a culture of transparent communication, leaders should establish clear guidelines for conflict resolution policies and procedures.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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CBS News, 24 Sep. 2024
Fortunately, bird flu is something that is unlikely to ever concern Pesto – who will live out his life in an enclosure that has strict biosecurity procedures in place to keep the exhibit's king and smaller gentoo penguins free from external virus exposure.
—New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2024
Still, even with a possible deal to avert a lapse in funding, the standard procedure to bring nonessential government functions to a halt will soon get underway for all federal government departments and agencies, an administration official told CNN.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN, 23 Sep. 2024
Beyond fostering a culture of transparent communication, leaders should establish clear guidelines for conflict resolution policies and procedures.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
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“Procedure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/procedure. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.
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procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: a manner or method in which a business or action is carried on
2
a
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
the procedure for acquiring a passport
b
: a set of instructions for a computer that has a name by which it can be called into action
procedural
adjective
-ˈsēj-(ə-)rəl
Medical Definition
procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: a particular way of accomplishing something or of acting
2
: a step in a procedure
especially
: a series of steps followed in a regular definite order
a surgical procedure
a therapeutic procedure
Legal Definition
procedure
noun
pro·ce·dure
prə-ˈsē-jər
1
: one or more methods or steps for the enforcement or administration of rights, duties, justice, or laws
civil procedure
police procedure
compare procedural law, substantive law
2
: a particular and especially established way of doing something
a medical procedure
security procedures
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