pursuit
/pɝsˈut/
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Definitions
Noun
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture; "the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit"
Noun
a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria; "the pursuit of love"; "life is more than the pursuance of fame"; "a quest for wealth"
Noun
an auxiliary activity
Noun
a diversion that occupies one''s time and thoughts (usually pleasantly); "sailing is her favorite pastime"; "his main pastime is gambling"; "he counts reading among his interests"; "they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits"
Synonyms
avocation
by-line
chase
following
hobby
interest
pastime
pursual
pursuance
quest
sideline
spare-time activity