Answer: practicing

AnswerCrossword Clue
PRACTICINGActing the doctor or lawyer
practicingPRACTICE, to train or drill in order to acquire skill, also PRACTISE
practicingPerform (an activity) or exercise (a skill) repeatedly or regularly in order to improve or maintain one's proficiency
practicingObserve the teaching and rules of (a particular religion)
practicingActively pursue or be engaged in (a particular profession or occupation)
practicingScheme or plot for an evil purpose
practicingCarry out or perform (a particular activity, method, or custom) habitually or regularly