career

(noun, verb)

noun

1. the particular occupation for which you are trained

Similar word(s): calling, vocation

Definition categories: act, business, job, line, occupation

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

Definition categories: act, advance, advancement, procession, progress, progression

Sentences with career as a noun:

- Washington's career as a soldier

verb

1. move headlong at high speed

- The cars careered down the road

- The mob careered through the streets

Definition categories: motion, go, locomote, move, travel

Sentences with career as a verb:

- The car careered down the road, missed the curve, and went through a hedge.