Hobby
'hɒbi
Definitions
An activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure.
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A regular activity done for enjoyment, typically during one's leisure time.
His hobby is restoring classic cars.
💡 Simply: A hobby is something you do for fun when you're not working or going to school, like playing a sport, reading, or making art! It's like having your own special playground for your free time. For example, 'My hobby is playing the guitar, and I love to spend hours practicing.'
👶 For kids: A hobby is something fun you like to do when you're not at school or eating dinner! Like drawing, playing games, or collecting stickers.
More Examples
She took up painting as a hobby during the pandemic.
Collecting comic books is a popular hobby.
How It's Used
"Many people enjoy collecting stamps as a hobby."
"Gardening is a relaxing hobby for her."
Idioms & expressions
Hobby Lobby
A large chain of arts and crafts stores.
"She bought crafting supplies at Hobby Lobby."
From the archaic term 'hobby-horse', a toy horse on which a child can ride. Originally referring to a child's plaything, it evolved to encompass any leisure activity or pursuit.
The term 'hobby' originally referred to a child's toy horse before expanding to encompass various recreational activities.
Memory tip
Think of a horse you ride for fun (hobby-horse) to remember it's an activity for enjoyment.