■ noun an occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person's life, usually with opportunities for progress.
↘the progress through history of an institution or organization.
↘[as modifier ] working with commitment in a particular profession: a ~ diplomat.
↘[as modifier ] (of a woman) pursuing a profession.
■ verb move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way.
Origin
C16 (denoting a road or racecourse): from Fr. carrière , from Ital. carriera , based on L. carrus 'wheeled vehicle'.