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procedure

 

[ prəˈsidʒər ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

medical

A series of steps to be followed in a consistent order to accomplish a specific task.

Synonyms

method, process, protocol

Examples of usage

  • The doctor explained the procedure for the surgery to the patient.
  • Before the procedure, the nurse will take your vital signs.
  • Following the correct procedure is crucial for accurate results.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

An established or official way of doing something.

Synonyms

guideline, policy, protocol

Examples of usage

  • The company has a procedure for handling customer complaints.
  • Please follow the proper procedure for filing a claim.
  • Failure to follow the correct procedure may result in legal consequences.
Context #3 | Verb

medical

To perform a series of steps to accomplish a specific task.

Synonyms

carry out, execute, perform

Examples of usage

  • The surgeon will procedure the operation tomorrow.
  • The technician will procedure the test according to the instructions.

Translations

Translations of the word "procedure" in other languages:

🇵🇹 procedimento

🇮🇳 प्रक्रिया

🇩🇪 Verfahren

🇮🇩 prosedur

🇺🇦 процедура

🇵🇱 procedura

🇯🇵 手順 (てじゅん)

🇫🇷 procédure

🇪🇸 procedimiento

🇹🇷 prosedür

🇰🇷 절차 (jeolcha)

🇸🇦 إجراء

🇨🇿 procedura

🇸🇰 postup

🇨🇳 程序 (chéngxù)

🇸🇮 postopek

🇮🇸 aðferð

🇰🇿 процедура

🇬🇪 პროცედურა

🇦🇿 prosedur

🇲🇽 procedimiento

Etymology

The word 'procedure' originated from the Latin word 'procedere', which means 'to go forward'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, 'procedure' has evolved to represent a series of steps to be followed in order to achieve a specific goal or outcome. The term is commonly used in various fields such as medicine, law, and technology to describe the methods or protocols for carrying out tasks or activities.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,050, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.