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Amateur

Definition:

An amateur is someone who engages in an activity, profession, or sport for pleasure rather than as a profession. They have limited experience or skill in that particular area.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A person who engages in a particular activity for pleasure:

Sample sentence: Many people enjoy participating in photography as an amateur rather than pursuing it as a profession.

2. A person who is not a professional in a specific domain:

Sample sentence: The theater play was filled with amateur actors who were passionate about their roles.

Usages:

• Amateur Photography
• Amateur Dramatics
• Amateur Painting