n. [ F., fr. L. amator lover, fr. amare to love. ] A person attached to a particular pursuit, study, or science as to music or painting; esp. one who cultivates any study or art, from taste or attachment, without pursuing it professionally. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. In the style of an amateur; superficial or defective like the work of an amateur. -- Am`a*teur"ish*ly, adv. -- Am`a*teur"ish*ness, n. [ 1913 Webster ]
(adj) engaged in as a pastime, Syn.recreational, unpaid, Example: an amateur painter; gained valuable experience in amateur theatricals; recreational golfers; reading matter that is both recreational and mentally stimulating; unpaid extras in the documentary
(adj) lacking professional skill or expertise, Syn.amateur, unskilled, inexpert, Example: a very amateurish job; inexpert but conscientious efforts; an unskilled painting
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