Extraprofessional

/ˌɛkstrəprəˈfɛʃənəl/ adjective

Definition

Existing or occurring outside of or beyond one's professional role, duties, or expertise.

Etymology

From Latin 'extra' (outside) + 'professional' (from 'professio', meaning declaration or occupation). A modern term distinguishing work-related from personal life.

Kelly Says

When a surgeon dabbles in painting, that's their extraprofessional life—but here's what's interesting: many breakthroughs come when professionals think outside their field, like how Leonardo da Vinci's art informed his anatomy studies.

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