discipline
discipline
noun dee-see-PLEEN Less Common
Origin: Latin disciplina
Also means
subject
Usage Note
Discipline covers both self-control or orderly conduct and an academic or athletic field of study. La discipline sportive refers to a sport as a competitive category. The adjective discipliné means well-behaved or disciplined.
Examples
"La discipline est essentielle dans ce sport."
Natural Translation
Discipline is essential in this sport.
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