Noun Definition

discipline

1.Definition: a branch of knowledge

"In what discipline is his doctorate?", "Teachers should be well trained in their subject", "Anthropology is the study of human beings"

Related Noun(s):bailiwick, field, study, subject

Category: General

2.Definition: a system of rules of conduct or method of practice

"He quickly learned the discipline of prison routine", "For such a plan to work requires discipline"

Category: General

3.Definition: the act of disciplining

"The offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"

Related Noun(s):correction

Category: General

4.Definition: the trait of being well behaved

"He insisted on discipline among the troops"

Category: General

5.Definition: training to improve strength or self-control

Category: General