Meaning & Definition of Discipline in English

1. 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"

2. 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"

3. The trait of being well behaved

• "He insisted on discipline among the troops"

4. Training to improve strength or self-control

5. The act of punishing

• "The offenders deserved the harsh discipline they received"

1. Develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice

• Especially to teach self-control

• "Parents must discipline their children"

• "Is this dog trained?"

2. Punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience

• "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently"