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Career Definition & Meaning

career
noun
  1. the particular occupation for which you are trained
  2. the general progression of your working or professional life; "the general had had a distinguished career"; "he had a long career in the law"
verb
  1. move headlong at high speed; "The cars careered down the road"; "The mob careered through the streets"

"Career" in song lyrics

See how career is used in real songs:

  • "I've been peepin y'all my whole career"
    Akrobatik f/ Little Brother — Be Prepared
  • "cause you in front the keyboard too much to develop your career"
    Akrobatik — Internet MC's
  • "Why apologize Bugs I rather end his career"
    Ali Vegas — Question Mark Man

Words that rhyme with career

Usage tips for "career"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "career" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for career to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does career mean?
the particular occupation for which you are trained the general progression of your working or professional life; "the general had had a distinguished career"; "he had a long career in the law" move headlong at high speed; "The cars careered down the road"; "The mob careered through the streets"
What part of speech is career?
Career is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does career have?
Career has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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