amateur

//ˈæm.ə.tʃər//
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Visual representation of amateur

Noun

amateurSingular
amateursPlural
1

A person who engages in an activity, especially a sport or art, for enjoyment rather than as a profession.

She is an amateur photographer who takes pictures on weekends.

2

A person who is inexperienced or unskilled in a particular activity.

He's just an amateur when it comes to cooking.

Adjective

amateurCanonical form
1

Engaging in an activity as a pastime rather than as a profession.

She is an amateur photographer who takes pictures on weekends.

2

Lacking professional skill or expertise; amateurish.

The painting looked amateur and lacked proper technique.