Vocation
/voʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/noun
A person's employment or calling, especially one with a strong sense of purpose.
Did you know?The term 'vocation' is derived from Latin 'vocatio', meaning 'a calling', often associated with spiritual or divine purpose.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
vocatio
“A calling or summons, often implying a divine or spiritual invitation.”
Old French
Old French
vocation
“A call or summons, especially in a religious context.”
Middle English
Middle English
vocacioun
“A calling to a particular profession or role, especially in the church.”
Modern English
English
vocation
“A strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation, often with spiritual undertones.”