as in exponent
one who brings an art or science to full realization a French doctor who was once the most famous practitioner of natural childbirth

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Recent Examples of practitioner Violations could send practitioners to prison for life. Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024 Though scientific evidence for crystal healing is yet to be established, many spiritual practitioners believe in their metaphysical properties, which are thought to support emotional and spiritual transformation. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024 The slow step’s top practitioner, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić, uses it and is an MVP contender. Mike Monroe, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024 Toph’s narrative is informed by years of therapy, his own as well as his more recent studies toward becoming a licensed practitioner. Gary Baum, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for practitioner 

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“Practitioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/practitioner. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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