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/kəˈɹɪə/ · car·e·er
noun
- One's calling in life; a person's occupation; one's profession. She pursued a career in medicine.
- General course of action or conduct in life, or in a particular part of it. Washington's career as a soldier was marked by bravery and honor.
- Speed. The speed of the car was impressive, but it was not the fastest on the track.
verb
- To move rapidly straight ahead, especially in an uncontrolled way. The car careered down the road, missed the curve, and went through a hedge.
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Did you know? The word 'career' has its roots in the world of horse racing, where a 'career' referred to a racing course. Over time, the meaning shifted to describe a person's path in life.