avocation

Meaning

Noun

• A calling away; a diversion.
• A hobby or recreational or leisure pursuit.
• That which calls one away from one's regular employment or vocation.
• Pursuits; duties; affairs which occupy one's time; usual employment; vocation.
• The calling of a case from an inferior to a superior court.

Origin

• From Latin āvocātiō, from āvocō.