methodn.[F. mthode, L. methodus, fr. Gr. meqodos method, investigation following after; meta` after + "odo`s way.]1. An orderly procedure or process; regular manner of doing anything; hence, manner; way; mode; as, a method of teaching languages; a method of improving the mind.(Addison.)2. Orderly arrangement, elucidation, development, or classification; clear and lucid exhibition; systematic arrangement peculiar to an individual.()Though this be madness, yet there's method in it. (Shak.)All method is a rational progress, a progress toward an end. (Sir W. Hamilton.)3. (Nat. Hist.) Classification; a mode or system of classifying natural objects according to certain common characteristics; as, the method of Theophrastus; the method of Ray; the Linnan method.()4. A technique used in acting in which the actor tries to identify with the individual personality of the specific character being portrayed, so as to provide a realistic rendering of the character's role. Also called the Method, method acting, the Stanislavsky Method or Stanislavsky System.()()a.[L. methodicus, Gr. : cf. F. mthodique.]1. Arranged with regard to method; disposed in a suitable manner, or in a manner to illustrate a subject, or to facilitate practical observation; well-ordered; as, the methodical arrangement of arguments; a methodical treatise.(Addison.)2. Proceeding with regard to method; characterized by method or orderliness; systematic; as, a methodical investigation.(Harris.)3. Of or pertaining to the ancient school of physicians called methodists.(Johnson.)()