hobbyist (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈhɒbiɪst/
Definition
An individual who pursues a specific activity or subject as a hobby, for enjoyment and relaxation rather than for professional or financial gain.
Examples
The amateur radio hobbyist spent hours in his garage communicating with people across the globe.
She started as a casual gardener but quickly became a serious plant hobbyist, cultivating rare orchids.
Many tech hobbyists enjoy building their own computers from scratch.
How to Use hobbyist
- a hobbyist of X (prepositional phrase)
- someone who pursues X as a hobby — "He is a hobbyist of vintage electronics, always repairing old radios."
- hobbyist photographer (collocation)
- someone who takes photos as a hobby — "My uncle is a hobbyist photographer, always capturing beautiful landscapes."
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