vocation
- (Ecclesiastical, countable, uncountable) A divine calling to establish one's lifestyle.
- (countable, uncountable) An occupation for which a person is suited, trained or qualified.
Frequency
Pronounced as (IPA)
/voʊˈkeɪʃən/
Etymology
In summary
From Middle English vocacioun, from Old French vocation, from Latin vocātiō.
occupational group
line of work
subject area
ability
one’s duty
sacred profession
naturally occurring
avocation
holy orders
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