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to knead; to thicken into a paste (stirring over a flame)
to polish (a plan, etc.); to refine; to elaborate; to work out
to train; to drill; to exercise
to gloss (silk); to soften; to degum
to tan (leather)
to temper (steel)
to walk in procession; to parade; to march
祭りの日には大勢の人が町を練り歩いた。
On the festival day, large crowds paraded through the town.
夜道を一人で練り歩くのは危険だと注意された。
I was warned that walking alone at night is dangerous.
山車が通りを練り歩く姿は圧巻だった。
The sight of the floats parading through the streets was spectacular.