Hobby

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HAH-bee'HAH-bee'2 syllables
🇬🇧English
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MEANING

A pastime or leisure activity

ORIGIN

English

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from 'hobyn', a Middle English diminutive for 'Robert', later evolving to mean a small horse and eventually a pastime

CULTURAL NOTES

The term 'hobby' has become synonymous with personal leisure activities enjoyed during free time.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The use of 'hobby' to mean a favorite pastime dates back to the 16th century when it referred to a small horse or pony.

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