an occupation or profession, esp. one requiring special training, followed as one's lifework

He sought a career as a lawyer.

a person's progress or general course of action through life or through a phase of life, as in some profession or undertaking

His career as a soldier ended with the armistice.

success in a profession, occupation, etc.

a course, esp. a swift one.

speed, esp. full speed

The horse stumbled in full career.

Archaic . a charge at full speed.

to run or move rapidly along; go at full speed.

having or following a career; professional

a career diplomat.

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amusement , avocation , entertainment , recreation

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