nonprofessionals
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/ˌnɑːnprəˈfɛʃənəlz/
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/ˌnɒnprəˈfɛʃənəlz/
(nonprofessional)
not professional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonprofessional' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'professional,' which comes from Latin 'professio,' meaning 'public declaration.'
Historical Evolution
'nonprofessional' evolved from the combination of 'non-' and 'professional' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not belonging to a profession,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
individuals who do not engage in a particular activity as their main occupation or profession.
The event was open to both professionals and nonprofessionals.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45