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   Dis·ci·pline

   /ˈdisəplən/

   

   noun

   • 1. the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience: "a lack of proper parental and school discipline" Similar controlregulationdirectionorderauthorityrulestrictnessa firm handroutineregimentrainingteachinginstructiondrilldrillingexerciseuse of punishment
   • ▪ the controlled behavior resulting from discipline: "he was able to maintain discipline among his men" Similar controlregulationdirectionorderauthorityrulestrictnessa firm handroutineregimentrainingteachinginstructiondrilldrillingexerciseuse of punishmentself-controlself-disciplineself-governmentcontrolcontrolled behaviorself-restraintgood behaviororderlinessobedience
   • ▪ activity or experience that provides mental or physical training: "the tariqa offered spiritual discipline"
   • ▪ a system of rules of conduct: "he doesn't have to submit to normal disciplines"
   • 2. a branch of knowledge, typically one studied in higher education: "sociology is a fairly new discipline" Similar field (of study)branch of knowledgecourse of studysubjectareaspecialist subjectspecialityspecialty

   verb

   • 1. train (someone) to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience: "many parents have been afraid to discipline their children" Similar traindrillteachschoolcoacheducateregimentindoctrinatelay down the law to someonebring into line
   • ▪ punish or rebuke (someone) formally for an offense: "a member of the staff was to be disciplined by management" Similar punishpenalizetake disciplinary action againstbring to bookreprimandrebukereprovechastisecastigateupbraidremonstrate withinformal:dress downgive someone a dressing-downrap over the knucklesgive someone a roastinggive someone a rocketput on the matcarpetput on the carpetarchaic:chasten
   • ▪ train oneself to do something in a controlled and habitual way: "every month discipline yourself to go through the file"

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘mortification by scourging oneself’): via Old French from Latin disciplina ‘instruction, knowledge’, from discipulus (see disciple).

   Derivatives

   • 1. disciplinable adjective
   • 2. disciplinal adjective

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2. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › disciplineDISCIPLINE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   3 days ago · Discipline is the practice of making people obey rules or standards of behaviour, and punishing them when they do not. Order and discipline have been placed in the hands of headmasters and governing bodies.

3. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › disciplineDiscipline - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   develop behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control. “Parents must discipline their children” synonyms: check, condition, train. groom, prepare, train.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definitiondiscipline noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   Definition of discipline noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › disciplineDISCIPLINE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   DISCIPLINE definition: 1. the control of people's behaviour using rules and punishments: 2. the ability to control your…. Learn more.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitiondiscipline noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   discipline. [uncountable] the practice of training people to obey rules and orders and punishing them if they do not; the controlled behavior or situation that results from this training The school has a reputation for high standards of discipline. Strict discipline is imposed on army recruits.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › disciplineDiscipline - definition of discipline by The Free Dictionary

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   1. Training expected to produce a specific character or pattern of behavior, especially training that produces moral or mental improvement: was raised in the strictest discipline. 2. a. Control obtained by enforcing compliance or order: military discipline. b.

8. www.britannica.com › dictionary › disciplineDiscipline Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   a : control that is gained by requiring that rules or orders be obeyed and punishing bad behavior. The teacher has a hard time maintaining discipline in the classroom. b : a way of behaving that shows a willingness to obey rules or orders. The troops were praised for their dedication and discipline.