avocation
Translation
avocation, hobby, pastime
Examples
His avocation is building model airplanes.
His avocation is building model aeroplanes.
She pursued painting as an avocation.
She pursued painting as an avocation.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) avocation is (sth.) (sb.'s) hobby is (sth.) His avocation is photography.
to pursue (sth.) as an avocation to do (sth.) as a hobby She pursues writing as an avocation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hobby, pastime, sideline; Antonyms: vocation, profession, job
Etymology
From Latin 'a-' (away from) + 'vocare' (to call). It's a 'calling away' from one's main occupation.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'a' (away from) your 'vocation' (your main job). It's what you do away from work.