AVOCATION


Meaning of AVOCATION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˌa-və-ˈkā-shən ]

noun

Etymology: Latin avocation-, avocatio, from avocare to call away, from ab- + vocare to call, from voc-, vox voice — more at voice

Date: circa 1617

1. archaic : diversion , distraction

2. : customary employment : vocation

3. : a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby

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