Discipline ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Discipline ( noun )

1. The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.
2. The controlled behavior resulting from disciplinary training.
3. An area of study or expertise.
4. The ability to control one's feelings and behavior.
5. Punishment inflicted on a person to correct their behavior.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french descepline, from latin disciplina "instruction, learning, discipline", from discere "learn". the original sense was "branch of instruction or learning"; the current sense (dating from the mid 17th century) arose from the notion of "training in or enforcing obedience".

Examples:

1. The school had strict discipline policies.
2. Discipline is important for children's development.
3. He was discharged from the army for disciplinary reasons.
4. She had good discipline and was able to finish her work on time.
5. The athlete credited his success to strict discipline and hard work.

(As a verb)

Discipline ( verb )

1. The practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior, using punishment to correct disobedience.
2. The controlled behavior resulting from disciplinary training.
3. An area of study or expertise.
4. The ability to control one's feelings and behavior.
5. Punishment inflicted on a person to correct their behavior.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french descepline, from latin disciplina "instruction, learning, discipline", from discere "learn". the original sense was "branch of instruction or learning"; the current sense (dating from the mid 17th century) arose from the notion of "training in or enforcing obedience".

Examples:

1. The school had strict discipline policies.
2. Discipline is important for children's development.
3. He was discharged from the army for disciplinary reasons.
4. She had good discipline and was able to finish her work on time.
5. The athlete credited his success to strict discipline and hard work.