pursuit

Universal Words noun 1 [U] ~ of sth the act of looking for or trying to find sth: the pursuit of happiness / knowledge / profit * She travelled the world in pursuit of her dreams. 2 [U] the act of following or chasing sb: We drove away with two police cars in pursuit (= following). * I galloped off on my horse with Rosie in hot pursuit (= following quickly behind). 3 [C,usually pl.] something that you give your time and energy to, that you do as a hobby: outdoor / leisure / intellectual / artistic pursuits