career

/kəˈrɪr/
noun
  1. The job or series of jobs that a person has over a long period of their life, especially in a particular area of work.
    • She decided to pursue a career in medicine after volunteering at a hospital.
    • His career as a teacher spanned more than thirty years.
    • Changing careers later in life can be challenging but rewarding.
verb
  1. To move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way; to rush headlong.
    • The runaway horse careered through the village, scattering pedestrians.
    • The children careered down the hallway, laughing and shouting.
    • The car careered off the road and into a ditch.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to a person's job or profession over the long term.
    • She attended a career fair to explore different job options.
    • He made a career move that doubled his salary.
    • The company offers career development programs for its employees.
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