avocation

/avə(ʊ)ˈkeɪʃən/ · noun

Meaning

A calling away; a diversion.
A hobby or recreational or leisure pursuit.
That which calls one away from one's regular employment or vocation.
Pursuits; duties; affairs which occupy one's time; usual employment; vocation.
The calling of a case from an inferior to a superior court.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

hobby(English)sideline(English)by-line(English)spare-time activity(English)sevocation(English)avocative(English)diverticle(English)aversation(English)priesthood(English)ministerial(English)bangalore(English)theological(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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