First Known Use: 15th century
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1hobby
noun hob·by \ˈhä-bē\
plural hobbies
Definition of HOBBY
: a small Old World falcon (Falco subbuteo) that is dark blue above and white below with dark streaking on the breast
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Origin of HOBBY
Middle English hoby, from Anglo-French hobel, hobé
2hobby
noun
plural hobbies
Definition of HOBBY
: a pursuit outside one's regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation
— hob·by·ist \-bē-ist\ noun
Origin of HOBBY
short for hobbyhorse
First Known Use: 1816
Rhymes with HOBBY
HOBBYIST Defined for Kids
hobby
noun hob·by \ˈhä-bē\
plural hobbies
Definition of HOBBY for Kids
: an interest or activity engaged in for pleasure
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