\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.