definition of
pursuit

[1] #1 pursuit n. [chase, pursual, following] the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture; "the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit". wn

[2] #2 pursuit n. [pursuance, quest] a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria; "the pursuit of love"; "life is more than the pursuance of fame"; "a quest for wealth". wn

[3] #3 pursuit n. [avocation, by-line, hobby, sideline, spare-time activity] an auxiliary activity. wn

[4] #4 pursuit n. [pastime, interest] a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly); "sailing is her favorite pastime"; "his main pastime is gambling"; "he counts reading among his interests"; "they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits". wn