DISCIPLINE

Definition of DISCIPLINE

  1. (noun)a branch of knowledge
  2. (noun)a system of rules of conduct or method of practice
  3. (noun)the trait of being well behaved
  4. (noun)training to improve strength or self-control
  5. (noun)the act of disciplining
  6. (verb)develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
  7. (verb)punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience