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Profession

noun
/prəˈfeʃ.ən/

Meaning

a type of job that requires special education, training, or skill
a paid occupation, especially one requiring specialized education or training

Example Sentences

Teaching is a noble profession that shapes future generations.

Medicine is considered a noble profession.

Example Expressions

enter the profession

Synonyms

career, occupation, vocation, job, trade, calling
Entry 1
career, occupation, vocation, job
Entry 2
career, occupation, vocation, trade, calling

Antonyms

hobby, pastime, unemployment
Entry 1
hobby, pastime
Entry 2
unemployment, hobby

Collocations

medical profession, legal profession, teaching profession, professional ethics, noble profession
Entry 1
medical profession, legal profession, teaching profession, professional ethics
Entry 2
noble profession, teaching profession, medical profession, legal profession

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