AMATEURISM


Meaning of AMATEURISM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ æmətərɪzəm, AM -tʃɜ:r- ]

Amateurism is the belief that people should take part in sports and other activities as a hobby, for pleasure, rather than as a job, for money.

He is a staunch supporter of amateurism.

≠ professionalism

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