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vocation

vo·ca·tion

vocation

 
 
pronunciation:
vo keI shn
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part of speech: noun
definition: work that you want to do for your whole life.
Being a teacher is not just a job to him. It's his vocation.
synonyms:
business, career, occupation
similar words:
bag, craft, employment, field, job, line, living, profession, thing, trade, work
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  • vocational:
    relating to a job or trade.
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