discipline
noun
uk/ˈdɪsəplɪn/ us [ U ]
the practice of making sure that people obey rules and do not cause problems:
Personnel rules are used to govern worker conduct and impose discipline on violators.
the strict discipline of prison
[ U ] (also self-discipline)
the ability to make yourself do something, even if it is difficult, so that you can achieve a goal:
the discipline to do sth Working for a large firm gave him the confidence and discipline to start his own business.
For most people, saving money requires a lot of self-discipline.
[ C ]
a subject or a particular type of work:
Our company actively recruits graduates for a wide range of disciplines including engineering, science, and business.
discipline
verb [ T ]
uk/ˈdɪsəplɪn/ us HR
to deal with a worker who does not obey company rules, for example by giving them a written warning:
discipline sb for (doing) sth He was disciplined for serious misconduct.
to carefully control the way that you work, live, or behave, especially to achieve a goal:
discipline yourself to do sth Discipline yourself to clear out old files on a regular basis.