Prat"ique (?), n. [F.; cf. It.
pratica, Sp. practica. See Practice.]
1. (Com.) Primarily, liberty of converse;
intercourse; hence, a certificate, given after compliance with
quarantine regulations, permitting a ship to land passengers and crew;
-- a term used particularly in the south of Europe.
2. Practice; habits. [Obs.] "One of
English education and pratique." R. North.