tech·nique (t?k-n?k?)n.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. See Synonyms at skill.[French, technical, technique, from Greek tekhnikos, technical; see technical.]American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright © 2016 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.technique (t?k?ni?k) or technicn1. a practical method, skill, or art applied to a particular task2. proficiency in a practical or mechanical skill3. special facility; knack: he had the technique of turning everything to his advantage. [C19: from French, from technique (adj) technic]Collins English Dictionary ? Complete and Unabridged, 12th Edition 2014 © HarperCollins Publishers 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2014tech?nique (t?k?nik) n. 1. the manner and ability with which an artist, writer, athlete, etc., employs the technical skills of a particular art or field of endeavor. 2. the body of specialized procedures and methods used in any specific field, esp. in an area of applied science. 3. any method used to accomplish something. 4. technical skill; degree to which one is able to apply procedures or methods. [1810?20; A technique is a method of doing something.Technique is skill and ability which you develop through training and practice.Technology is the use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, for example in industry.