Avocational

/ævəˈkeɪʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to a hobby or secondary interest that is not someone's primary profession or job.

Etymology

From 'avocation' plus the suffix '-al' (pertaining to), creating an adjective form that describes things connected to spare-time activities.

Kelly Says

Avocational musicians and artists are often the most passionate—since they do it purely for love rather than rent, which might explain why many famous artists started as avocational enthusiasts.

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