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vocation

IPA pronunciation: /vəʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/

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Russian meaning

Призвание, профессия

English definition

A strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation.

Example

Many entering medical sciences view clinical practice as a lifelong vocation.

Collocations

find one's vocation
true vocation
chosen vocation

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