method

/ˈmɛθəd/

A process by which a task is completed; a way of doing something (followed by the adposition of, to or for before the purpose of the process):

If one method doesn't work, you should ask a friend to help you.

(often "the method") A technique for acting based on the ideas articulated by Constantin Stanislavski and focusing on authentically experiencing the inner life of the character being portrayed.

A subroutine or function belonging to a class or object, synonym of member function

Marijuana.

An instruction book systematically arranged.