A technique is a particular method of doing an activity, usually a method that involves practical skills. ...the techniques of modern agriculture. A distinctive feature of qualitative methods is the flexibility of research designs, particularly where ethnographic methods using a range of techniques are involved.

Understanding the Context

1. The basic method for making or doing something, such as an artistic work or scientific procedure: learned the techniques involved in painting murals. 2. Skill or command in a particular activity: a pianist with superb technique.

Key Insights

See Synonyms at skill. technique (countable and uncountable, plural techniques) (uncountable) The practical aspects of a given art, occupation etc.; formal requirements. [from 19th c.] These techniques rely on the physical uniqueness of each individual, but they are not foolproof. Physical characteristics can be copied, or even compromised by injury.