Definition of pursuit

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Pursuit (v. t.) A following with a view to reach, accomplish, or obtain; endeavor to attain to or gain; as, the pursuit of knowledge; the pursuit of happiness or pleasure..

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Fugitive :: Fugitive (a.) Fleeing from pursuit, danger, restraint, etc., escaping, from service, duty etc.; as, a fugitive solder; a fugitive slave; a fugitive debtor..
Insectation :: Insectation (n.) The act of pursuing; pursuit; harassment; persecution.
Stillicide :: Still-hunt (n.) A hunting for game in a quiet and cautious manner, or under cover; stalking; hence, colloquially, the pursuit of any object quietly and cautiously..
Steady :: Steady (n.) Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering; not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute; as, a man steady in his principles, in his purpose, or in the pursuit of an object..
Clan :: Clan (n.) A clique; a sect, society, or body of persons; esp., a body of persons united by some common interest or pursuit; -- sometimes used contemptuously..
Diligent :: Diligent (a.) Interestedly and perseveringly attentive; steady and earnest in application to a subject or pursuit; assiduous; industrious.
Nest :: Nest (n.) A snug, comfortable, or cozy residence or situation; a retreat, or place of habitual resort; hence, those who occupy a nest, frequent a haunt, or are associated in the same pursuit; as, a nest of traitors; a nest of bugs..
Suit :: Suit (n.) The act of following or pursuing, as game; pursuit..
Slip :: Slip (v. t.) To let loose in pursuit of game, as a greyhound..
Artistry :: Artistry (n.) Artistic pursuits; artistic ability.
Sharp :: Sharp (superl.) Eager in pursuit; keen in quest; impatient for gratification; keen; as, a sharp appetite..
Search :: Search (v. t.) The act of seeking or looking for something; quest; inquiry; pursuit for finding something; examination.
Pursuit :: Pursuit (v. t.) A following with a view to reach, accomplish, or obtain; endeavor to attain to or gain; as, the pursuit of knowledge; the pursuit of happiness or pleasure..
Woolgathering :: Woolgathering (n.) Indulgence in idle imagination; a foolish or useless pursuit or design.
Perseverance :: Perseverance (n.) The act of persevering; persistence in anything undertaken; continued pursuit or prosecution of any business, or enterprise begun..
Prosperous :: Prosperous (a.) Being prospered; advancing in the pursuit of anything desirable; making gain, or increase; thriving; successful; as, a prosperous voyage; a prosperous undertaking; a prosperous man or nation..
Dissipation :: Dissipation (n.) A dissolute course of life, in which health, money, etc., are squandered in pursuit of pleasure; profuseness in vicious indulgence, as late hours, riotous living, etc.; dissoluteness..
Swinger :: Swinger (n.) A person who engages frequently in lively and fashionable pursuits, such as attending night clubs or discos..
Hunting :: Hunting (n.) The pursuit of game or of wild animals.
Hound :: Hound (v. t.) To set on the chase; to incite to pursuit; as, to hounda dog at a hare; to hound on pursuers..
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