pastimenoun [ C ]
uk/ˈpɑːs.taɪm/us/ˈpæs.taɪm/C2 an activity that is done for enjoyment:
Do-it-yourself is the nation's most popular pastime.
figurative Suing people, especially doctors, is becoming a national pastime (= common activity) in America.
Synonym
hobby
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Pastimes - general words
- activity
- amusement
- caper
- frolic
- game
- hobby
- interest
- leisure
- pursuit
- recreation
- relaxation