for all practical purposes
adverb · n
Simple meaning
In every practical sense.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈfɔˈɹɔlpˈɹæktəkəlˈpɝpəsəz
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Definition
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adverb
In every practical sense
n
sometimes abbreviated FAPP
A slogan used in physics to express a pragmatic attitude.
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