Practise what you preach meaning

What does the saying 'Practise what you preach' mean?

Idiom: Practise what you preach

Meaning:

If you practise what you preach, you do what you say other people should do.
(In American English, the verb is 'practice')
Country: International English | Subject Area: Religion | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
Contributor: Mylene
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