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Definition of hobbyist

hobbyist

/ˈhɑː.bi.ɪst/
hob · by · ist
Plural:hobbyists
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Adjective:hobbyistic
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hobbyist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who pursues a particular activity, craft, or study in their spare time for pleasure and recreation rather than as a paid profession.

Example

"The local astronomy club welcomes everyone from curious beginners to experienced backyard hobbyists."

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• Rhymes for hobbyist

• Nearby Words

hobble
hobby
hobbyhorse
hobbyist
hobgoblin
hobnob
hobo

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from "hobby" (shortened from "hobbyhorse," a favorite topic or pastime, originally a small horse or child's toy horse in Middle English) plus the agent suffix "-ist."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hobbyist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hobbyist
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