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pastime

noun

a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
P
Ends with
E
Contains
AS
Scrabble score
11
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈpæs.taɪm

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Definitions

noun

  1. a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

    “sailing is her favorite pastime”

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Example Sentences

sailing is her favorite pastime
his main pastime is gambling
he counts reading among his interests
they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits

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