hobby
Translation
hobby, pastime
Examples
My hobby is collecting stamps.
My hobby is collecting stamps.
She took up painting as a hobby.
She took up painting as a hobby.
Grammar Patterns
((My hobby is -ing)) My pastime is... My hobby is gardening.
((take up sth. as a hobby)) to start a new hobby He took up photography as a hobby.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pastime, leisure activity, pursuit.
Etymology
From 'hobby-horse', a toy horse, which referred to a favourite pastime.
Memory Tips
Think of something you like to do in the 'lobby' of your home for fun – your hobby.