professional
professional
/prəˈfeʃənl/
1 doing something as a paid job rather than as a hobby
professional athletes/players
a professional golfer
She began her professional career as a dancer 20 years ago.
After he won the amateur championship he turned professional.
I enjoyed boxing but I was never good enough to go professional.
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2 (of sport) done as a paid job rather than as a hobby
In professional sport winning is everything.
the world of professional football
3 only before noun connected with a job that needs special training or skill, especially one that needs a high level of education professional qualifications/skills
professional standards/practice
a professional organization/association/body
an opportunity for professional development
companies that offer professional services
If it's a legal matter, you need to seek professional advice.
He may need professional help.
You must not let your personal reactions interfere with your professional judgement.
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4 (of people) having a job which needs special training and a high level of education
Most of the people on the course were professional women.
5 showing that somebody is well trained and has a lot of skill
He dealt with the problem in a highly professional way.
Many of the performers were very professional.
People trust websites that look professional.
professional in something The consultant was very friendly but professional in his approach.
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6 connected with the standards that are expected in a particular profession
professional conduct/misconduct
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professional
/prəˈfeʃənl/
1 a person who does a job that needs special training and a high level of education
You need a professional to sort out your finances.
Our officers are all highly trained professionals.
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2 (also informal pro) a person who does a sport or other activity as a paid job rather than as a hobby
a top golf professional
an actor revered by his fellow professionals
This is her first tournament victory in five years as a professional.
3 (also informal pro) a person who has a lot of skill and experience
This was clearly a job for a real professional.
She's a consummate professional.
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