plural hobbies
: a small Old World falcon (Falco subbuteo) that is dark blue above and white below with dark streaking on the breast
plural hobbies
: a pursuit outside one's regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation
Writing is just a hobby of his.
Her hobbies include gardening and bird-watching.
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Noun (2)
his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker
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Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025
What began as a simple hobby quickly evolved into a more ambitious project, and before long, Zilveti was outlining the world with needle and thread.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Apart from being an engaging social media network for sharing virtual mood boards of your ideas, interests, and hobbies, Pinterest is also an excellent platform for earning money, even as a beginner.
—Enoch Omololu, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Apparel, general merchandise, home, and specialty and hobby sectors show similar trends where search users drive a disproportionate share of sales compared to their percentage of total traffic.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 6 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Henley’s day job and his hobby have provided him some rare yet nerve-wracking opportunities.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025
What began as a simple hobby quickly evolved into a more ambitious project, and before long, Zilveti was outlining the world with needle and thread.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Apart from being an engaging social media network for sharing virtual mood boards of your ideas, interests, and hobbies, Pinterest is also an excellent platform for earning money, even as a beginner.
—Enoch Omololu, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Apparel, general merchandise, home, and specialty and hobby sectors show similar trends where search users drive a disproportionate share of sales compared to their percentage of total traffic.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, WWD, 6 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hobby
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“Hobby.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hobby. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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