English · Daily Life
hobby
/ˈhɒb.i/
[/ˈhɒb.i/]
leisure activity
Beginnernoun
Definition
An activity done regularly for pleasure in one's free time.
Example
Painting started as a casual hobby but slowly grew into a genuine and serious passion.
Painting started as a casual hobby but slowly grew into a genuine and serious passion.
Etymology
From 'hobby horse', a child's toy; the leisure sense arose in the 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Refers to enjoyable spare-time pursuits like reading, sport, or crafts.