Hobbyhorse
Hobbyhorse noun - An activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure.
Usage example: oil painting became the hobbyhorse of her long years of retirement
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Pastime and hobbyhorse are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pastime" instead a noun "Hobbyhorse".
Pastime
Pastime noun - A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly).
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Synonyms for Pastime
Hobbyhorse and pastime are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hobbyhorse" instead a noun "Pastime".
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