Amateur
/ˈæ.mə.tə/
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Definition of Amateur
noun
- A lover of something.
- A person attached to a particular pursuit, study, or science as to music or painting; especially one who cultivates any study or art, from taste or attachment, without pursuing it professionally.
"The contest is only open to amateurs."
- Someone who is unqualified or insufficiently skillful.
"The entire thing was built by some amateurs with screwdrivers and plywood."
adjective
- Non-professional.
- Created, done, or populated by amateurs or non-professionals.
"amateur sports"
- Showing a lack of professionalism, experience or talent.
"Duct tape is a sure sign of amateur workmanship."
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