profession
Translation
profession, occupation, career
Examples
He is a doctor by profession.
He is a doctor by profession.
Teaching is a noble profession.
Teaching is a noble profession.
She entered the legal profession.
She entered the legal profession.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) a job that needs special training or education She chose law as her profession.
Similar Words
Synonyms: occupation, job, career, vocation
Etymology
From the verb 'profess'. The act of publicly declaring one's skills.
Memory Tips
What you 'profess' to be skilled at is your 'profession'.