procedure
A set of steps you must follow to do something in the correct way.
A series of actions conducted in a specific order, often officially established, to achieve a particular result.
A medical action done by doctors to help or fix a health problem.
A medical or surgical operation, examination, or treatment carried out by healthcare professionals.
The normal way people do something in an organization or group.
The normal or accepted way of carrying out an activity or task.
- Base: procedure
- Plural: procedure, procedures
as a matter of procedure
1because of following official rules
Done because it is part of the official rules, not because someone wants to.
- We ask for ID as a matter of procedure, even if we know you.
- As a matter of procedure, the motion will be voted on first.
go through the proper channels
1follow correct official steps
To do something by following the correct official process in an organization.
- You'll need to go through the proper channels to get approval.
- He didn't go through the proper channels, so his request was denied.
standard operating procedure
1established method for routine tasks
The official and usual way to do regular work or tasks.
- Wearing safety goggles is standard operating procedure in this lab.
- Following standard operating procedures helps prevent mistakes.