practic

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Practic \Prac"tic\, a. [See {Practical}.]
   1. Practical.
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   2. Artful; deceitful; skillful. [Obs.] "Cunning sleights and
      practick knavery." --Spenser.
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