technique
noun
tekˈniːk 
tekˈniːk 
1 [countable] a particular way of doing something, especially one in which you have to learn special skillsThe artist combines different techniques in the same painting.marketing techniquesTeachers learn various techniques for dealing with problem students.2 [uncountable, singular] the skill with which somebody is able to do something practicalHer technique has improved a lot over the past season.