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.
Examples of hobby in a Sentence
Noun (2)
his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker
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Noun
In some cases, similarity, in terms of sharing the same political views or hobbies, was linked to better relationship outcomes.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
Yet today ternary computers are just hobby projects.
—Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 18 July 2025
For many kids, discovering their interests, hobbies, passions, and career inspirations can start onscreen.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 July 2025
From their childhoods to hobbies and careers, here’s everything to know about Boosie Badazz’s children.
—Makena Gera, People.com, 17 July 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 22 Jul. 2025.
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