vocation
/voʊˈkeɪʃən/
UK: /vəʊˈkeɪʃən/
vocation
English
Noun Top 17,743
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Definition
A divine calling to establish one's lifestyle.
Etymology
From Middle English vocacioun, from Old French vocation, from Latin vocātiō.
Example Sentences
- "The Catholic Church supports and teaches us that there are three vocations: the single life, married life, and the religious life or priesthood."
- "Nursing is a vocation that many people find horrendous."
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