profession
Pronunciation: [prəˈfɛʃ.ən]
Word
Context: "occupation"
(noun) a job or career that requires special training or skills. It's something that people do to earn money and often involves study or practice. For example, being a doctor or a teacher is a profession.
Example
My mom's profession is a nurse, and she helps people feel better every day.
Example
He didn't enjoy his profession as an accountant and decided to change careers.
Example
What profession are you thinking about choosing when you grow up?
Context: "social identity"
(noun) a way to describe someone based on their work. It can show what kind of skills they have and how they fit into society. For example, an artist has a different profession than a lawyer.
Example
Being a scientist is a respected profession because they help us learn new things.
Example
She felt out of place because her profession was different from her friends’ jobs.
Example
Does your profession help you meet new people?
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