pratique

pra·tique  (pr-tk)

n.

Clearance granted to a ship to proceed into port after compliance with health regulations or quarantine.

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[French, from Old French practique, from Medieval Latin prctica, ultimately from Greek prktik, from feminine of prktikos, practical; see practical.]

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pratique [ˈprætiːk præˈtiːk]

n

(Historical Terms) formal permission given to a vessel to use a foreign port upon satisfying the requirements of local health authorities

[from French, from Medieval Latin practica practice]

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pratique

permission given to a ship to do business with a port once quarantine and other regulations have been complied with.

See also: Ships