Definitions of avocation [ˌæv əˈkeɪ ʃən]

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Definition of 'avocation'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) avocation
something a person does in addition to a principal occupation, esp. for pleasure; hobby.

2. avocation
a person's regular occupation or calling; vocation.

3. avocation
Archaic. diversion or distraction.

Etymology: (1520–30; < L āvocātiō distraction)

Definition of 'avocation'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) avocation, by-line, hobby, pursuit, sideline, spare-time activity
an auxiliary activity

Definition of 'avocation'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) avocation
a calling away; a diversion

2. (noun) avocation
that which calls one away from one's regular employment or vocation

3. (noun) avocation
pursuits; duties; affairs which occupy one's time; usual employment; vocation

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