1. The genuine or existing method, process, or set of steps that are actually followed in practice, as opposed to theoretical or intended procedures
The actual procedure differs from what was outlined in the manual.
O procedimento real difere do que foi descrito no manual.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, the method by which something is actually carried out in practice
We need to document the actual procedure used by the department.
Precisamos documentar o procedimento real utilizado pelo departamento.