Dictionary Check: discipline

"discipline" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 19 points

Definition

noun

a branch of knowledge

Example: "in what discipline is his doctorate?"
noun

a system of rules of conduct or method of practice

Example: "he quickly learned the discipline of prison routine"
noun

the trait of being well behaved

Example: "he insisted on discipline among the troops"
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noun

training to improve strength or self-control

noun

the act of disciplining

Example: "the offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"
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verb

develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control

Example: "Parents must discipline their children"
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