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Profession

Pruh-FEH-shuhn

/prʌˈfɛʃʌn/

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profession

Dictionary meaning

An occupation requiring special education (especially in the liberal arts or sciences).

Examples

  • A profession of Christianity.
  • A profession of disagreement.

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